Best Learn Grow Podcasts (2025)

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EP3: Keep the Learning Alive: Summer Reading Programs You Can't Miss! 29:15

2d ago29:15

29:15

Welcome to Episode 3: Dive into Summer Reading Programs with Nan Brown! In this vibrant episode of Literacy Launchpad: Read, Learn, Grow, host Jose Miguel Longo welcomes Nan Brown, the children's librarian at the Central Library in Syracuse, New York. Together, they explore the exciting world of summer reading programs designed to keep children eng…

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AI in Learning: A Shortcut to Knowledge or a Setback to Growth? 14:18

16d ago14:18

14:18

In this episode, we tackle one of the biggest questions facing L&D today: is AI accelerating learning or quietly eroding it? They explore how AI tools are transforming the way people access knowledge, making it faster, easier, and more polished than ever before. But they also ask the harder question: what might we be losing in the process? The team…

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EP2: From Passion to Purpose: How Literacy Launchpad Got Its Start! 31:25

16d ago31:25

31:25

Welcome to Episode 2: From Passion to Purpose: How Literacy Launchpad Got Its Start! In this enlightening episode of Literacy Launchpad: Read, Learn, Grow, host Jose Miguel Longo welcomes special guest Madeline Romer, a senior at Syracuse University, who shares her inspiring journey of creating a podcast as part of her capstone project focused on l…

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EP1: Welcome to Literacy Launchpad: Read, Learn, Grow- 24:52

1M ago24:52

24:52

Episode 1: Welcome to Literacy Launchpad! Join host Jose Miguel Longo as he kicks off the inaugural episode of Literacy Launchpad: Read, Learn, Grow. In this exciting introduction, Jose Miguel shares the mission behind the podcast, which is dedicated to promoting literacy education and awareness in Onondaga County, New York. Discover how this podca…

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New Managers - 7 Top Tips To Be Successful In Your New Role 44:45

1y ago44:45

44:45

In this episode, Tom, Alex, and Natasha discuss essential tips for new managers to excel in their roles. They delve into the critical importance of clear communication, building trust with your team, and setting realistic and achievable goals. The trio shares insights on the transition from peer to manager, including how to establish authority whil…

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Maximising Cross Functional Collaboration For KAMs & MSLs 41:58

1+ y ago41:58

41:58

In this episode and the first of four in a new series focusing on development within the pharmaceutical industry, Tom and Nic discuss how to maximise the collaboration between your Key Account Managers and your Medical Science Liaisons. Nic also takes us through a five-point framework. Thanks, Tom & Nic…

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Level and WebMechanix Join Forces 46:46

1+ y ago46:46

46:46

Join us for a landmark episode of Test. Learn. Grow. as we discuss the merger of Level Agency and WebMechanix. Hear from Level CEO Patrick Patterson and WebMechanix co-founders Chris Mechanic and Arsham Mirshah about how their shared values and complementary strengths are poised to transform performance marketing. Explore the cultural synergy and f…

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The Red Arrows, Martial Arts & Greece at Euro 2004 - Our Real Examples Of High Performing Teams 33:33

1+ y ago33:33

33:33

In this episode, Tom, Natasha and Alex discuss real examples of high performing teams in action! Including what characteristics each show that makes them as optimised as they are, and what we can learn from them. Thanks, Tom, Natasha and AlexBy Tom Hallett

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Going Beyond Enrollments to Sustainable Growth 59:16

1+ y ago59:16

59:16

The enrollment cliff is looming for regional schools like the University of Akron. These institutions are among the most vulnerable, competing with big state schools for students and dwindling enrollments. Steve McKellips, Vice Provost of Enrollment Management has worked tirelessly to reverse that trend, analyzing finance, retention, affordability,…

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High Performing Teams - Using Your Training Plan To Create Exceptional Teams With Special Guest Joe Espana 17:05

1+ y ago17:05

17:05

This is a very special episode of The Learn, Grow, Succeed Podcast as Alex and Natasha are joined by team performance professional Joe Espana. During the podcast, we explore the High Performing Teams programme, and the ways in which you can unlock new levels of individual and collective performance within your team.…

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CMO Insights on ABM Strategies for the New B2B Landscape 49:53

1+ y ago49:53

49:53

With all the noise flooding today's B2B sales channels, even the savviest marketing teams struggle to connect with their best-fit accounts. Tune into this episode of Test. Learn. Grow to hear from our CMO guests on how Account-based Marketing (ABM) allows businesses to get more targeted in how they engage their dream accounts. By coordinating marke…

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How To Properly Disconnect And Enjoy Your Holiday! 23:57

1+ y ago23:57

23:57

GET EXCITED! YOUR HOLIDAY IS HERE! How can you fully enjoy it though? Tom and Alex discuss ways that you can fully disconnect from your everyday and grab every bit of enjoyment out of your well earned break. Based on the recent blog – How To Properly Disconnect From Work And Enjoy Your HolidayBy Tom Hallett

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What Is Psychological Safety And How Do You Create It? 28:15

1+ y ago28:15

28:15

Is your workplace psychologically safe? In this episode, Tom and Alex discuss the risks of people feeling psychologically unsafe and how you can create an environment for people to thrive. Based on the recent blog – What Is Psychological Safety And How Do You Create It?By Tom Hallett

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Executive Insights on AI's Impact on Marketing 43:28

1+ y ago43:28

43:28

If you’re an executive implementing generative AI tools at your organization, congratulations! You’re ahead of most leaders, for now. The latest episode of the Test. Learn. Grow. podcast features a discussion with two leaders who are futher along than most — Tesa Burg is CTO at Mod Op, and Patrick Patterson, our own CEO at Level. They’ve both embra…

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Are You Making These 10 Huge Leadership Mistakes? 27:12

1+ y ago27:12

27:12

Today we are celebrating mistakes… and we are celebrating them because of the valuable opportunities to learn that exist within them. Based on the recent blog – Are You Making These 10 Huge Leadership Mistakes?By Tom Hallett

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Test. Learn. Grow. - Unpacking Our Approach 43:01

1+ y ago43:01

43:01

At Level, our Test. Learn. Grow. philosophy underpins everything we do. What exactly do we mean by this, and what makes it so effective? In short: it helps us find opportunity, focus our creativity and curiosity, and quickly adapt when needed. Hear from three of our leaders as they illustrate ways that this methodology improves business outcomes, y…

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Transformational Change at Point Park University 47:22

1+ y ago47:22

47:22

For Chris Brussalis, President of Point Park University, it’s time to re-think higher ed. For him, this means program expansion to reach nontraditional students, especially adult learners. It means applying the university’s mission to its downtown Pittsburgh location, and involving students in the cultural life of its community. And finally, findin…

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Dare to Be Naïve with Joshua Berry 46:36

1+ y ago46:36

46:36

In this episode of Test. Learn. Grow., we're joined by Joshua Berry to unpack the concepts featured in his new book, "Dare to Be Naïve: How to Find Your True Self in a Noisy World". Berry dismantles the notion that naiveté is a weakness in business, arguing instead for its power in driving innovative, impactful change. He emphasizes the importance …

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Rethinking Higher Ed Go-To-Market 48:23

2y ago48:23

48:23

It’s no secret that higher education institutions face an onslaught of challenges. Shifting demographics, hybrid learning models, shrinking budgets, and even a lack of trust in the education space overall. It’s time for a reimagining with a focus on access and affordability. What’s stopping you? Oftentimes, it’s the pressure to keep up with larger,…

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Are Team Building Activities A Waste Of Time, Money & Effort? 27:44

2y ago27:44

27:44

Tom and Alex discuss the importance of team building activities and whether you should invest time, money and effort into organising them for your business.By Tom Hallett

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UGC & Vertical Video: Content's New Era 32:52

2y ago32:52

32:52

In this episode, guest Jenna Bluedorn, Team Lead at Level Agency and Ph.D. candidate at Indiana University of Pennsylvania in Media and Communications Studies, joins us to explore insights around today’s video content trends and strategies. User generated content and short-form vertical videos are dominating social platforms right now. Consumer tru…

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The Mindfulness Episode! - Why Should You Care About It? What Is It? How Can I Practice It? 38:24

2y ago38:24

38:24

In this episode, Tom, Alex and Natasha discuss Mindfulness, covering why you should care about it, what it is, and how you can practice it. Mindfulness is not all about practices such as meditation, it is about taking the time to strip back the busyness of every day life and to enjoy the now and the moment that you're in.…

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Engaging Adult Learners in Higher Ed with John Meyer from CompleteU 48:31

2y ago48:31

48:31

In this episode of Test. Learn. Grow., host Dave Babst is joined by John Meyer, CEO and Founder of CompleteU, to discuss strategies for engaging and supporting adult learners pursuing higher education. As more adults return to school to upskill, finish a degree, or pivot careers, colleges and universities have a tremendous opportunity to meet their…

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From Lead Gen to Revenue Impact: Rethinking B2B Marketing Success 32:45

2y ago32:45

32:45

This episode explores why B2B marketing teams need to shift their success metrics from leads and MQLs to tracking real revenue impact and ROI. B2B marketing experts at Level explain how marketing and sales misalignment happens when teams have separate goals and metrics. They discuss why marketers need to analyze the full customer journey through hy…

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Lead Nurturing in Higher Education 36:42

2y ago36:42

36:42

In this episode, our experts in higher education marketing share their insights on how getting beyond email into a dynamic, multichannel lead nurturing effort can make a huge impact on your enrollment rates. Key insights from the episode: You want to be where your students are. Test into channels like social, video, and text messaging. Personalized…

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Off-The-Shelf Vs Customised Training - Which Should You Pick? 28:05

2y ago28:05

28:05

In this episode, Tom and Alex discuss considerations that you should think about when choosing whether to use off-the-shelf or customised training for your teams. Thanks, Tom and AlexBy Tom Hallett

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Getting Feed Management Right with Feedonomics 36:13

2y ago36:13

36:13

On this episode of Test. Learn. Grow. we dive deep into feed management and optimization, and its important role in the world of Ecommerce marketing. Starting off with a foundational understanding, we tackle the common pitfalls that businesses unknowingly step into, highlighting the ramifications on their performance. Special guest Jeff Bordeaux, S…

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Forrester B2B Summit: Our Key Takeaways 37:50

2y ago37:50

37:50

Dive deep with us as we unpack the transformative trends from the 2023 Forrester B2B Summit. As the B2B landscape rapidly shifts, are businesses truly prepared for what’s next? Growth via Customer Value – Discover why centering marketing, sales, and product around customer value is the new gold standard. We unravel Forrester's new B2B customer-obse…

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Level Agency and Becker Media Join Forces 42:03

2y ago42:03

42:03

Exciting times ahead: Level Agency and Becker Media have merged! We're combining two industry-leading digital marketing agencies to redefine performance marketing in the education sector and beyond. In this episode, we discuss how this strategic move will: Expand Our Resources & Capabilities: We're enhancing our service delivery across all sectors.…

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Adapting to the New B2B Buyer Journey 29:44

2y ago29:44

29:44

In this episode, we unpack the changing landscape of the B2B buying process and how marketers need to navigate these changes to drive growth. Here's what we dive into: The transition of the B2B buyer's journey from a linear pathway to a complex, unpredictable cycle. The growing trend of self-service among modern B2B buyers and methods for supportin…

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How to Create a B2B Content Strategy for Personalized Engagement at Scale 38:40

2y ago38:40

38:40

By Level Agency

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Measuring the Impact: Are Your Brand Awareness Efforts Working? 26:57

2y ago26:57

26:57

Measuring brand awareness impact can often seem like an impossible task. In this episode, we tapped in our Education Team Lead, Geoff Roebuck, to demystify brand awareness and how to effectively measure it. Here’s what you’ll learn: 🚀 The tactics we leverage to grow brand awareness 🤔 Tackle concerns about investing in demand generation 📏 Reveal act…

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What Can You Start Today To Improve Your Resilience? 28:39

2y ago28:39

28:39

In this episode, Tom, Alex and Natasha talk about the habits that you can build today to help shape a more resilient future for yourself. Thanks, Tom, Alex & NatashaBy Tom Hallett

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Master Ecommerce Marketing with Audience Segmentation 37:09

2y ago37:09

37:09

In this episode, we dive into the critical role of ecommerce marketing and audience segmentation in formulating effective marketing strategies. The focus is on our advanced approach to audience segmentation, particularly at the pivotal consideration stage of the buyer's journey. We unpack the power of tailored messaging, showing how we've honed mes…

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How Will AI Impact Learning & Should We All Be Scared? 45:47

2y ago45:47

45:47

In this episode, Tom and Alex talk artificial intelligence. Covering 10 ways that it will impact learning in the near future! Thanks, Tom and AlexBy Tom Hallett

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The Everchanging Ecommerce Platform Landscape 35:30

2y ago35:30

35:30

Let's talk about the everchanging ecommerce landscape! Why Staying Updated Matters — In an era where Ecommerce is rapidly evolving, businesses need to keep pace with the latest trends to stay competitive. We'll discuss the importance of being informed and share a practical tip to help you stay updated. Troubleshooting Common Platform Issues — Ever …

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Leaning into AI, ML, & Automation 34:00

2y ago34:00

34:00

In this episode, we navigate the complex landscape of Machine Learning (ML), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Automation— specifically honing in on their pivotal role in higher education marketing. As these technologies become increasingly essential in a data-driven world, we highlight the necessity of adaptation and strategic innovation. Our atte…

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B2B Balance: Demand Generation and Demand Capture 43:21

2y ago43:21

43:21

In this episode, we explore the distinct yet intertwined marketing strategies of demand generation and demand capture in the B2B space. Through expert insights, we reveal how demand generation, focused on raising awareness and interest, and demand capture, concentrating on leveraging existing market interest, function differently. Further, we under…

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Am I ACTUALLY Being Resilient? Here’s Our Thoughts 25:51

2+ y ago25:51

25:51

In this episode, Tom, Alex and Natasha talk about areas that you can reflect upon to determine your own level of resilience. Thanks, Tom, Alex & NatashaBy Tom Hallett

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Higher Ed Strategies for a New Social Media Landscape 30:34

2+ y ago30:34

30:34

In this episode, we're taking a critical look at the current challenges in higher education marketing related to social platforms, particularly focusing on the declining performance of Facebook. As more users migrate their attention to new platforms, we're seeing a need for adaptation and strategic rethinking. The spotlight then turns to the rising…

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5 Ways to Build Accountability in Teams 21:22

2+ y ago21:22

21:22

How often do you find yourself and others playing the blame game? High performing and successful teams tend not to participate in this game. Instead, they decide to own their actions and performance. In this episode, Tom and Alex share tips for how you can establish greater levels of accountability in your team. Thanks, Tom & Alex…

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Develop a Winning Data Strategy 35:50

2+ y ago35:50

35:50

In this episode we unpack the essentials of data strategy, its impact on your business, and the dynamic interplay between data science and data engineering. From understanding the balance between offensive and defensive data strategies to demystifying the Proof of Concept Approach, data modeling, and the pros and cons of data science investments, w…

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What Leadership And Management Skills Can We Learn From Ted Lasso? 35:38

2+ y ago35:38

35:38

In this episode Tom and Alex discuss the leadership and management skills that we could all look to learn from the award-winning comedy drama Ted Lasso. Thanks, Tom & AlexBy Tom Hallett

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Winning in Ecommerce Marketing: 5 Key Focus Areas 28:25

2+ y ago28:25

28:25

In this episode, we explore the world of Ecommerce marketing, discussing 5 key focus areas for success: 1. The Ever-Changing Ecommerce Platform Landscape 2. Consideration-Stage Audience Segmentation & Messaging 3. Small Tweaks to Product Feeds Can Make a Big Impact 4. Daily Management & Weekly Reporting 5. Know Your Audience & How They Change Throu…

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Winning in B2B Marketing: 5 Key Focus Areas 51:33

2+ y ago51:33

51:33

In this episode, we explore the world of B2B marketing, discussing 5 key focus areas for success: 1. Thinking About Demand Generation & Capture as Different Tactics 2. Establishing & Engaging Ideal Customer Profiles 3. Consistently Developing Personalized Content 4. Understanding the New B2B Buyer Journey 5. Revenue-Focused Success Measurement Lear…

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How To Manage Your Unconscious Bias 22:44

2+ y ago22:44

22:44

In this episode Tom and Alex discuss the ways in which you can manage your unconscious bias and the importance of discovering their origins. Thanks, Tom & AlexBy Tom Hallett

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Winning in Education Marketing: 5 Key Focus Areas 23:25

2+ y ago23:25

23:25

In this episode, we explore the world of higher education marketing, discussing 5 key focus areas for success: 1. Embrace new and emerging platforms as Facebook's influence declines 2. Leverage machine learning, AI, and automation to optimize your campaigns 3. Develop a solid brand awareness measurement strategy 4. Nurture leads beyond email for ma…

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Welcome to Season 2 of Test. Learn. Grow. 14:07

2+ y ago14:07

14:07

Welcome to Season 2 of Test. Learn. Grow., the digital marketing podcast that helps you stay ahead of the curve in the ever-evolving marketing landscape. In this episode, we give you a warm welcome to our exciting new season, discussing what you can expect from our upcoming episodes. Season 2 brings you even more expert insights, tailored strategie…

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What is the TRUE Impact of Developing Your Resilience? 27:50

2+ y ago27:50

27:50

In this episode Tom and Alex welcome Natasha Freeborn to the Learn, Grow, Succeed Podcast to discuss what really happens when you develop your resilience. Thanks, Tom, Alex & NatashaBy Tom Hallett