What if you could break free from the constraints of traditional training and achieve lasting personal and professional growth? Join us on Talent Forge as we explore this exciting possibility with our special guest, Hilda Fainsod. Discover the transformative power of coaching as Hilda shares her inspiring journey from educational trainer in Mexico to an influential coach. We'll unpack the shocking statistics on training retention and delve into why ongoing practice and coaching are essential for meaningful behavioral change. Hilda draws from her book "Power Up" to offer invaluable insights into setting goals and transforming one's identity for true success.

In this episode, we also take a holistic approach to becoming the best version of yourself by understanding personal values and motivations. Hilda and I discuss how to identify and overcome internal blockers like limiting beliefs and the inner saboteur voice that hinders progress. Learn strategies to empower yourself and your teams, making the leap from potential to achievement. This conversation is brimming with actionable insights for trainers, coaches, HR leaders, and organizational leaders eager to foster lasting transformation in their teams and organizations. Don't miss this chance to harness the synergy of training and coaching for unparalleled growth and success.

Meet the Host
Jay Johnson works with people and organizations to empower teams, grow profits, and elevate leadership. He is a Co-Founder of Behavioral Elements®, a two-time TEDx speaker, and a designated Master Trainer by the Association for Talent Development. With a focus on behavioral intelligence, Jay has delivered transformational workshops to accelerate high-performance teams and cultures in more than 30 countries across four continents. For inquiries, contact jay@behavioralelements.com or connect below!

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Ready to unlock the secrets of effective leadership? Join us on this illuminating episode of Talent Forge where we sit down with Aaron Trahan, a former corporate executive turned executive performance coach. Discover Aaron's unique insights into the often-overlooked challenges of transitioning high-performing individual contributors into leadership roles. With startling statistics from Gallup indicating nearly half of promoted employees underperform within 18 months, Aaron provides essential strategies for successful leadership transitions, including critical mapping exercises to identify and bridge skill gaps.

We dive deep into the power of short-term investments in development and training for long-term organizational success. Aaron shares his wisdom on the necessity of mindset shifts when stepping into leadership roles and the indispensable role of high-quality feedback. Learn why it's crucial for leaders to continuously seek feedback and avoid the trap of complacency, allowing them to grow and adapt to new challenges effectively. The discussion highlights the importance of a solid succession plan and the pitfalls of relying solely on past successes.

Meet the Host
Jay Johnson works with people and organizations to empower teams, grow profits, and elevate leadership. He is a Co-Founder of Behavioral Elements®, a two-time TEDx speaker, and a designated Master Trainer by the Association for Talent Development. With a focus on behavioral intelligence, Jay has delivered transformational workshops to accelerate high-performance teams and cultures in more than 30 countries across four continents. For inquiries, contact jay@behavioralelements.com or connect below!

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Unlock the secrets to creating inclusive, sustainable work environments with Katherine McCord, a trailblazer in HR and talent development. Discover how universal workplace design, inspired by architectural and IT principles, can revolutionize your company's culture. Katherine's journey, from her early exposure to HR through her mother to her innovative career, offers profound insights on maintaining mission-focused strategies while fostering growth and adaptability. Get ready to transform your HR practices with actionable advice on developing flexible, inclusive spaces that empower and support everyone in your organization.

Meet the Host
Jay Johnson works with people and organizations to empower teams, grow profits, and elevate leadership. He is a Co-Founder of Behavioral Elements®, a two-time TEDx speaker, and a designated Master Trainer by the Association for Talent Development. With a focus on behavioral intelligence, Jay has delivered transformational workshops to accelerate high-performance teams and cultures in more than 30 countries across four continents. For inquiries, contact jay@behavioralelements.com or connect below!

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Unlock the keys to legal compliance in talent development with our featured guest, Matthew Fornaro, a seasoned attorney who specializes in guiding small and medium-sized businesses through their legal frameworks. Discover how Matthew transforms mundane legal training into engaging learning experiences using PowerPoint presentations, real-life scenarios, and interactive Q&A sessions. He provides invaluable insights into the necessity of comprehensive employee and operations manuals, and the critical importance of staying current with labor laws at every level. Matthew's practical approach ensures businesses can avoid legal pitfalls and stay compliant with industry standards.

Grasp the significance of a well-defined organizational structure and standardized procedures to effectively manage business issues. Matthew discusses the power of clear and accessible documentation, from detailed manuals to handy cheat sheets, ensuring all team members understand their roles. He also shares best practices for structuring legal training, emphasizing the importance of breaking down complex topics into digestible segments to maintain engagement. For coaches, trainers, and HR professionals, Matthew offers actionable tips on communicating intricate legal matters without overwhelming your audience, making this episode a treasure trove of practical advice.

Meet the Host
Jay Johnson works with people and organizations to empower teams, grow profits, and elevate leadership. He is a Co-Founder of Behavioral Elements®, a two-time TEDx speaker, and a designated Master Trainer by the Association for Talent Development. With a focus on behavioral intelligence, Jay has delivered transformational workshops to accelerate high-performance teams and cultures in more than 30 countries across four continents. For inquiries, contact jay@behavioralelements.com or connect below!

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Speaker Website - https://jayjohnsonspeaks.com

Join us for a compelling conversation with Curtis Butler, a finance veteran who transitioned into a career coaching role to help young professionals find their paths. Curtis shares his journey from finance to mentoring, offering expert insights on how to support college students and recent graduates through the uncertainties of job searching.

We also explore strategies for personalized coaching that can be applied to both young and adult learners. Curtis dives deep into the importance of building trust, providing actionable tasks, and fostering behavioral change within sales teams. With real-world examples and practical advice, this episode is filled with essential tips for anyone looking to enhance their coaching techniques and empower others to achieve career success. Don’t miss out on these invaluable lessons from an industry expert!

Meet the Host
Jay Johnson works with people and organizations to empower teams, grow profits, and elevate leadership. He is a Co-Founder of Behavioral Elements®, a two-time TEDx speaker, and a designated Master Trainer by the Association for Talent Development. With a focus on behavioral intelligence, Jay has delivered transformational workshops to accelerate high-performance teams and cultures in more than 30 countries across four continents. For inquiries, contact jay@behavioralelements.com or connect below!

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Speaker Website - https://jayjohnsonspeaks.com

Unlock the secrets to building high accountability and high morale teams with insights from Doris Jackson-Shazier, our distinguished guest on this episode of the Talent Forge. Ever wondered how parenthood parallels leadership? Doris illuminates this intriguing connection and shares actionable advice on achieving long-term business results. Her coaching method, centered around thoughtful questioning and moments of introspection, provides a unique approach to fostering better decision-making and stronger leadership.

Effective communication is at the heart of any successful training and coaching session. In this episode, we explore practical strategies to set clear expectations and create a psychologically safe environment. Doris introduces innovative tools like "blind pop quizzes" for honest feedback and shares tips on managing group dynamics, especially in spaces where power differentials exist. If you've ever felt discomfort in facilitating such techniques, Doris offers confidence-building advice to help you navigate these challenges smoothly.

Sustaining learning and ensuring accountability are critical for lasting impact. Doris emphasizes the importance of long-term commitment over one-time training events. She shares her techniques for reinforcing learning, such as follow-up calls and tiered leadership training, to ensure continuous improvement and accountability. Discover how to convince leadership to invest in meaningful, long-term training solutions. This episode is a treasure trove of practical strategies for anyone keen on enhancing their leadership and training effectiveness.

Meet the Host
Jay Johnson works with people and organizations to empower teams, grow profits, and elevate leadership. He is a Co-Founder of Behavioral Elements®, a two-time TEDx speaker, and a designated Master Trainer by the Association for Talent Development. With a focus on behavioral intelligence, Jay has delivered transformational workshops to accelerate high-performance teams and cultures in more than 30 countries across four continents. For inquiries, contact jay@behavioralelements.com or connect below!

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayjohnsonccg/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jayjohnsonccg/
Speaker Website - https://jayjohnsonspeaks.com

Are you ready to unlock the secrets of effective leadership while improving your overall well-being? Join us on this episode of the Talent Forge as we chat with Tabatha Thorell, a seasoned coach boasting over 16 years of experience. Tabatha's unique journey from group fitness coaching to personal development and leadership training is packed with insights. Discover how she overcame her initial resistance to traditional counseling, and learn how her diverse ventures, including real estate and direct selling, have influenced her innovative coaching methods. We also dive deep into the critical importance of communication and listening skills in understanding clients' motivations.

Ever wondered how physical health impacts your leadership capabilities? We explore the vital connection between simple health practices and effective leadership with Tabatha. From proper hydration and nutrition to stress management and sleep, you'll gain actionable tips to enhance your mental clarity and leadership performance. We also tackle the often-ignored gap between knowing what to do and actually doing it, emphasizing that true leadership requires a holistic approach to well-being. You'll walk away with practical strategies to integrate wellness into your daily routine and improve your strategic thinking and stress management skills.

Motivating action and fostering behavioral change can be a challenging endeavor, but Tabatha provides a roadmap to success. By understanding that people are driven more by the desire to avoid pain than to seek pleasure, you'll learn how to guide leaders and CEOs toward meaningful action. We discuss the effectiveness of baby steps, consistent reinforcement, and the power of rewards in maintaining progress. Finally, we explore the transformative role of forgiveness in personal and professional growth, and how it can elevate your coaching effectiveness. Don't miss this powerful conversation that promises to enrich both your personal and professional life.

Meet the Host
Jay Johnson works with people and organizations to empower teams, grow profits, and elevate leadership. He is a Co-Founder of Behavioral Elements®, a two-time TEDx speaker, and a designated Master Trainer by the Association for Talent Development. With a focus on behavioral intelligence, Jay has delivered transformational workshops to accelerate high-performance teams and cultures in more than 30 countries across four continents. For inquiries, contact jay@behavioralelements.com or connect below!

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayjohnsonccg/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jayjohnsonccg/
Speaker Website - https://jayjohnsonspeaks.com

Imagine transforming complex learning into engaging, bite-sized lessons delivered directly to your phone, just like a text message. In our latest episode on Talent Forge, we welcome Michael Ioffe from Arist to share his revolutionary approach to education. Discover how Michael's experience teaching entrepreneurship in war zones led to the creation of Arist, a platform that redefines learning by making it as simple and accessible as texting. Hear about the impressive data behind Arist's success in increasing user engagement and driving meaningful behavior changes, and learn why user experience and delivery mechanisms are crucial for modern education.

Feeling disillusioned with traditional LMS courses? You're not alone. We address the widespread disengagement among learning professionals and highlight how platforms like TikTok and Duolingo are reshaping the landscape with their captivating, bite-sized content. We discuss the importance of differentiating between foundational and practical training, advocating for a focus on micro-learning or immersive in-person experiences. Discover how AI and real-time data collection can pinpoint knowledge gaps and customize learning experiences, enhancing both efficiency and relevance.

Do you think micro-learning is just about cutting content into smaller pieces? Think again. We bust common myths and emphasize the necessity of intentional design in micro-learning. Learn how to start with the desired behavior change and ensure each segment is complete and valuable on its own. Hear why delivering content through accessible platforms is essential for user engagement and discover the challenges of achieving conciseness. We also explore the future of talent development, discussing how personalized, push-based learning experiences can revolutionize the field and the importance of demonstrating tangible business impact to maintain relevance in organizations.

Meet the Host
Jay Johnson works with people and organizations to empower teams, grow profits, and elevate leadership. He is a Co-Founder of Behavioral Elements®, a two-time TEDx speaker, and a designated Master Trainer by the Association for Talent Development. With a focus on behavioral intelligence, Jay has delivered transformational workshops to accelerate high-performance teams and cultures in more than 30 countries across four continents. For inquiries, contact jay@behavioralelements.com or connect below!

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayjohnsonccg/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jayjohnsonccg/
Speaker Website - https://jayjohnsonspeaks.com