GitHub Remote First Approach - What Can We Learn From It? Byte-Sized L&D podcast

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Donna and Yakov explore the relevance of teaching advanced math and physics in college, questioning their practical application in most careers. They discuss the traditional view that these subjects build critical thinking and problem-solving skills, but acknowledge the opportunity costs. Alternatives like statistics and data science are proposed for more applicable learning. #collegeeducation, #mathskills, #careerdevelopment, #criticalthinking, #statistics, #datascience, #highereducation…

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Time Bankruptcy in the Corporate Learning 9:45

5 days ago9:45

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Donna and Yakov discuss the pressing issue of time constraints affecting learning and development (L&D) initiatives in workplaces. Research shows time, not interest, is the main barrier. They advocate for embedding learning in daily workflows, emphasizing experiences and immediate value. They highlight the need for learning to adapt to diverse, generational needs and realities. #TimeBankruptcy, #CorporateLearning, #LearningAndDevelopment, #WorkplaceLearning, #GenerationalNeeds, #EmbeddedLearning, #ImmediateValue…

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Is Burnout Really Just Loneliness in Disguise 8:41

9 days ago8:41

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In the latest episode of Innovation Pulse, hosts Donna and Yakov explore the concept that burnout may stem more from disconnection than overwork. They discuss how fostering genuine connections and empathy at work can combat burnout effectively, citing examples from companies like Brightpath Solutions and Helix Innovations, which saw improved employee well-being by emphasizing interpersonal relationships over traditional wellness programs. #burnout, #loneliness, #workplacewellbeing, #empathy, #connectionsatwork, #BrightpathSolutions, #HelixInnovations…

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When Bad Bosses Happen to Good Teams 11:44

12 days ago11:44

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Donna and Yakov discuss the pervasive issue of toxic management, revealing that over 50% of workers leave jobs to escape bad bosses. They highlight six main factors contributing to toxic leadership, the financial and emotional costs, and strategies for employees and managers to improve or escape such environments. Effective management requires continuous learning and self-awareness, emphasizing relationships and psychological safety. Organizations should prioritize leadership training and robust feedback systems to prevent toxic management, ultimately benefiting employee satisfaction and organizational health. Leadership is a dynamic skill requiring ongoing practice and improvement. #toxicmanagement, #badbosses, #leadershiptraining, #employeeretention, #psychologicalsafety, #workplacewellbeing, #organizationalhealth…

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The Art of Delegation 12:06

16 days ago12:06

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Donna and Yakov discuss the importance of delegation for leadership and development in organizations. Effective delegation increases revenue, addresses business challenges, and fosters team growth. Common barriers include leaders' reluctance to let go and fear of becoming less valuable. L&D professionals can help by promoting delegation as a core competency and creating supportive learning environments. #delegation, #leadership, #teamgrowth, #organizationaldevelopment, #LnD, #businesschallenges, #corecompetency…

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Vacation Isn’t Enough - Busting Burnout Myths 8:35

19 days ago8:35

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Donna and Yakov discuss burnout myths in the workplace, emphasizing that a simple vacation or passion for work isn't enough to prevent burnout. They advocate for daily well-being practices like short breaks and setting boundaries. Myths about hustle culture and stress are debunked, highlighting the importance of sustainable self-care and recovery for long-term success and productivity. #burnout, #wellbeing, #workplace, #selfcare, #hustleculture, #stressmanagement, #productivity…

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GitHub remote first approach - what can we learn from it? 12:55

23 days ago12:55

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The episode of Byte-sized L&D with hosts Donna and Yakov Lasker explores remote work dynamics, focusing on GitHub's pioneering remote-first approach. GitHub emphasizes asynchronous communication, inclusive culture, and results over presence. They effectively use tools, cultural norms, and intentional connection points to maintain collaboration and employee engagement, offering insights for other organizations considering remote or hybrid models. #GitHub, #RemoteWork, #AsynchronousCommunication, #InclusiveCulture, #EmployeeEngagement, #HybridModels, #Collaboration…

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7 Phrases that make giving feedback easier 12:28

26 days ago12:28

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In this episode of Byte-sized L&D, hosts Donna and Yakov discuss effective feedback strategies, introducing seven impactful phrases to enhance feedback delivery. These include "This is a great start," "I noticed," "At the same time," "Even more," and "Based on the data points I have." They emphasize the importance of language in facilitating constructive, non-defensive conversations that lead to genuine improvement. #feedback, #communication, #leadership, #improvement, #coaching, #language, #podcast…

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Debate Skills as Leadership Development 32:32

30 days ago32:32

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Debating techniques can significantly enhance leadership skills by fostering strategic thinking and effective communication. Yakov Lasker emphasizes how skills such as framing issues, understanding hard and soft lines, model-building, and first principles thinking transform leaders' decision-making and team alignment. Effective leaders prioritize improving thought quality over winning arguments, creating environments where ideas and people thrive. #debate, #leadership, #communication, #strategicthinking, #decisionmaking, #teamalignment, #firstprinciples…

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To Quit or Not to Quit - Navigating Burnout in the Workplace 11:56

5 weeks ago11:56

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Donna and Yakov Lasker discuss burnout on their podcast "Byte-Sized L&D," exploring whether quitting is the right solution. They introduce the Areas of Worklife model, encompassing workload, control, reward, community, fairness, and values. Evaluating these areas can help identify changes to improve work conditions or indicate when it's time to leave. #burnout, #worklife, #quitting, #podcast, #workplacewellness, #mentalhealth, #careerdecisions…

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How University Students Use AI - Anthropic research 13:30

5 weeks ago13:30

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The CoLeague Experience - Explore, learn, Share In a discussion on "Byte-Sized L&D," hosts Donna and Yakov Lasker explore a study analyzing how university students use AI systems like Claude AI in academia. The study reveals STEM students, particularly in Computer Science, dominate AI interactions. Students employ AI for various tasks using four interaction styles, raising questions about skill development and academic integrity. The researchers emphasize the need for discipline-specific AI integration and teaching AI literacy. They highlight both constructive uses and potential misuse, advocating for thoughtful adaptation as AI reshapes education. #AIinEducation, #UniversityStudents, #ComputerScience, #AcademicIntegrity, #AILiteracy, #STEMEducation, #ClaudeAI…

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Listen, Learn, Innovate - How Podcasts Are Reshaping Technical Knowledge 11:27

6 weeks ago11:27

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Donna and Yakov discuss how tech professionals leverage podcasts as effective learning tools. They share personal experiences where podcasts provided insights into complex tech concepts like Retrieval-Augmented Generation and vector embeddings, which they later applied successfully at work. They emphasize podcasts' role in filling knowledge gaps during everyday activities, recommending intentional listening and interdisciplinary exploration to maximize learning opportunities. #SpotifyLnD, #TechLearning, #Podcasts, #Innovation, #TechnicalKnowledge, #RetrievalAugmentedGeneration, #VectorEmbeddings…

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The Musk Mirage - Why ’Hardcore’ Leadership is Harming Business 12:45

6 weeks ago12:45

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Yakov Lasker critiques the glorification of ruthless management exemplified by Elon Musk's takeover of Twitter (now X), which inspired similar harsh tactics across tech companies. Lasker argues this approach breeds fear, stifles innovation, and harms long-term success. He advocates for empathetic leadership, highlighting successful examples like Satya Nadella at Microsoft and Brian Chesky at Airbnb, who prioritize collaboration and employee well-being over excessive pressure.…

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Company Culture as the most powerful marketing tool 9:32

7 weeks ago9:32

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In this episode of Byte-sized L&D, the hosts explore how internal company culture serves as a powerful marketing tool. They discuss the significance of employee engagement, internal marketing strategies, and the impact of company culture on customer perception. The conversation highlights actionable steps for improving workplace culture, emphasizing authentic employee experiences as key to business success and differentiation.…

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Self-organizing teams - does it work? 14:06

7 weeks ago14:06