BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Learning Rebels - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Learning Rebels X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.learningrebels.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Learning Rebels REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260522T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260522T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T134109 CREATED:20260324T224414Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T224414Z UID:192227-1779447600-1779451200@www.learningrebels.com SUMMARY:Credit Where Credit Is Due: Recognizing Informal Learning DESCRIPTION:Credit Where Credit Is Due: Recognizing Informal Learning\nNobody learned how to do their job from a course alone. \nThink about it. The workaround a colleague showed you over coffee. The LinkedIn post that reframed how you think about stakeholder relationships. The podcast you listened to on your commute that gave you the exact language you needed for a difficult conversation. That’s all learning\, and none of it showed up in your LMS. \nInformal learning makes up the majority of how people actually develop on the job. And yet most organizations have no system for acknowledging it\, supporting it\, or connecting it to business outcomes. The real challenge for L&D isn’t just recognizing that informal learning exists – it’s figuring out how to surface it\, give it the credit it deserves\, and make a compelling case for its value to the business. \nBecause if you can’t connect it to outcomes\, it stays invisible. \nL&D is often so focused on what can be measured in a completion report that the learning doing the heaviest lifting goes completely unnoticed. That’s a problem worth talking about. \n  \nWhat We Will Discuss \n\nWhat informal learning actually looks like in today’s workplace and why it matters more than ever\nHow to surface and support learning that happens outside of formal programs\nHow to make the case for informal learning to stakeholders who only trust what the LMS tracks\nCreative ways to recognize and reward informal learning without turning it into another program\n\n  \nCome Ready to Contribute \nBring your ideas\, your experiments\, and your frustrations. Have you found a way to recognize informal learning that actually stuck? Or tried something that completely flopped? Either way\, this community wants to hear it. \n \n  \nCan’t Make It In Person? No Worries\, We’ve Got Your Back! Register And Receive The Following:\n Access to the Learning Rebels resource page with all the extra goodies \n Copy of the video recording \n Copy of the chatbox transcription \n Copy of the full session transcript & summary \n Additional resources such as books\, articles\, and handouts URL:https://www.learningrebels.com/event/credit-where-credit-is-due-recognizing-informal-learning/ CATEGORIES:Coffee Chat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.learningrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Learning-Recognition.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260508T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260508T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T134109 CREATED:20260324T222633Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T224504Z UID:192216-1778238000-1778241600@www.learningrebels.com SUMMARY:When Your Subject Matter Expert Drives You BANANAS DESCRIPTION:When Your Subject Matter Expert Drives You BANANAS\nThey know everything about their topic. Everything. And they want to put it all in your course. \nWorking with subject matter experts is one of those skills nobody really prepares you for in L&D. One day you’re trying to convince a reluctant SME to give you thirty minutes of their time. The next\, you’re in a review meeting where they’ve rewritten your entire script because “that’s not exactly how it works.” Either way\, the project is officially off the rails. \nThe tactics you use to build and preserve your relationship with an SME can mean the difference between elegant content simplicity or your learning initiative crashing into a ball of flames. And yet no two SMEs are alike. Every project brings a different personality\, a different agenda\, and a different set of priorities that have nothing to do with yours. Learning to read the room and adjust accordingly is the real skill nobody talks about. \nThe good news? There are strategies that actually work. And this community has the battle scars to prove it. \nWhat We Will Discuss \n\nThe most common SME barriers and how to address them before they derail your project\nHow to manage the SME who wants to include every single thing they know\nWhat to do when your SME ghosts you\, pushes back hard\, or thinks they know more about learning design than you do\nPractical strategies for setting expectations\, maintaining momentum\, and keeping the relationship intact\n\nCome Ready to Contribute \nBring your SME horror stories and your wins. What’s worked\, what’s backfired\, and what you wish you’d known before your first SME relationship went sideways. The more specific\, the better. \n \n  \nCan’t Make It In Person? No Worries\, We’ve Got Your Back! Register And Receive The Following:\n Access to the Learning Rebels resource page with all the extra goodies \n Copy of the video recording \n Copy of the chatbox transcription \n Copy of the full session transcript & summary \n Additional resources such as books\, articles\, and handouts URL:https://www.learningrebels.com/event/when-your-subject-matter-expert-drives-you-bananas/ CATEGORIES:Coffee Chat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.learningrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Working-with-SMEs.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shannon Tipton":MAILTO:shannon@learningrebels-rbyh.wp1.sh END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T134109 CREATED:20260324T221159Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T224602Z UID:192058-1777028400-1777032000@www.learningrebels.com SUMMARY:What To Do When Training Isn't the Answer DESCRIPTION:When Training Isn’t the Answer\nThe request lands in your inbox on a Tuesday. Sales numbers are down\, customer complaints are up\, and leadership has diagnosed the problem: the team needs training. Can you have something ready by the end of the month? \nYou could say yes. You probably have before. But somewhere between building the course and watching nothing change\, a nagging thought creeps in. What if training was never actually the solution? \nL&D professionals are not training vending machines. Yet that’s exactly how many organizations treat the function. A problem surfaces\, someone pushes a button\, and out pops a course. The most effective L&D professionals know that sometimes the right answer is proposing a solution that doesn’t start with training. Recommending coaching\, job aids\, process improvements\, or performance support instead could be the smarter (and more productive) way to go.  \nThe hardest part? Saying that out loud to a stakeholder who already has their mind made up. \n  \nWhat We Will Discuss \n\nHow to recognize when a performance problem isn’t a training problem\nThe real cost of saying yes when the answer should be “let’s look at this differently.”\nHow to redirect a stakeholder who has already decided they need a course\n\n  \nCome Ready to Contribute \nBring a real situation. One where you built the course and nothing changed\, or one where you pushed back and it paid off. Better yet\, bring your alternative solutions. The time you solved a process problem instead of building a course. The job aid that fixed in one page what a three-module eLearning couldn’t. The coaching conversation that actually moved the needle. The messier the story\, the better the conversation. \n  \n \n  \nCan’t Make It In Person? No Worries\, We’ve Got Your Back! Register And Receive The Following:\n Access to the Learning Rebels resource page with all the extra goodies \n Copy of the video recording \n Copy of the chatbox transcription \n Copy of the full session transcript & summary \n Additional resources such as books\, articles\, and handouts URL:https://www.learningrebels.com/event/what-to-do-when-training-isnt-the-answer/ CATEGORIES:Coffee Chat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.learningrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/When-Training-isnt-the-answer.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shannon Tipton":MAILTO:shannon@learningrebels-rbyh.wp1.sh END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260410T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260410T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T134109 CREATED:20260324T191445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T224652Z UID:192051-1775818800-1775822400@www.learningrebels.com SUMMARY:See It Differently\, Solve It Better: Creative Problem Solving DESCRIPTION:See It Differently\, Solve It Better: Creative Problem Solving\n  \nSame problem. Same team. Same stakeholder who wants “just a quick course.” And somehow\, you’re expected to come up with something different than what you did last time. \nSound familiar? \nHere’s the thing. It’s not that L&D professionals lack creativity. It’s that we get locked into the same problem-solving patterns without realizing it. We reach for what’s comfortable\, what’s worked before\, and what’s least likely to get pushed back on. And slowly\, our solutions start looking identical. \nCreative Problem Solving (CPS) is the reset button. \nIt’s not about brainstorming sessions that go nowhere or sticky notes on a whiteboard. CPS is about thinking beyond conventional boundaries and turning challenges into opportunities. Creating solutions that are more than just “tick a box\,” tailored to fit the unique needs of the people in your organization. \nWhat We Will Discuss \n\nThe real reasons L&D professionals get stuck in problem-solving ruts\nPractical CPS techniques that are actually usable\, not just theoretical\nHow to apply creative thinking when working with difficult stakeholders\, stale programs\, or head-scratching performance gaps\n\nCome Ready to Contribute \nThis isn’t a presentation. It’s a conversation. Bring a problem you haven’t been able to crack\, a technique that’s worked for you\, or an honest story about a time your go-to solution completely missed the mark. The best ideas in this community come from the people in the room\, and your experience is exactly what makes this discussion worth having. \n  \n \n  \nCan’t Make It In Person? No Worries\, We’ve Got Your Back! Register And Receive The Following:\n Access to the Learning Rebels resource page with all the extra goodies \n Copy of the video recording \n Copy of the chatbox transcription \n Copy of the full session transcript & summary \n Additional resources such as books\, articles\, and handouts URL:https://www.learningrebels.com/event/see-it-differently-solve-it-better-creative-problem-solving/ CATEGORIES:Coffee Chat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.learningrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Creative-Problem-Solving.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shannon Tipton":MAILTO:shannon@learningrebels-rbyh.wp1.sh END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260327T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260327T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T134109 CREATED:20251210T233156Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T233156Z UID:150276-1774609200-1774612800@www.learningrebels.com SUMMARY:Networking Like a Human! DESCRIPTION:Building and Nurturing Your Professional Network \nYou’ve built your personal brand. People know what you stand for. Now comes the part that makes a lot of us cringe: actually connecting with people. \nLet’s be honest—networking often feels transactional. Awkward. Like you’re using people to get ahead. You exchange LinkedIn connections and then… nothing. You’ve got a list of contacts but no actual relationships. \nThe Real Purpose of a Network \nA professional network isn’t about how many people you know. It’s about having people you can learn from\, collaborate with\, and support when they need it. It’s reciprocal\, not transactional. \nThe L&D professionals with strong networks didn’t build them through networking events alone. They built them by being helpful\, showing up consistently\, having real conversations about the work\, and staying in touch even when they don’t need anything. \nLet’s Figure This Out \nLet’s share tips and ideas about building authentic relationships without feeling like you’re networking. How to stay connected without it being a chore. What to do when you need to reach out after months of silence. And how introverts can build meaningful networks without burning out. \n \n\n  \nCan’t Make It In Person? No Worries\, We’ve Got Your Back! Register And Receive The Following:\n✅ Access to the Learning Rebels resource page with all the extra goodies \n✅ Copy of the video recording \n✅ Copy of the chatbox transcription \n✅ Copy of the full session transcript & summary \n✅ Additional resources such as books\, articles\, and handouts URL:https://www.learningrebels.com/event/networking-like-a-human/ CATEGORIES:Coffee Chat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.learningrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Networking-like-a-human.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shannon Tipton":MAILTO:shannon@learningrebels-rbyh.wp1.sh END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260313T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260313T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T134109 CREATED:20251210T231107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T231107Z UID:150270-1773399600-1773403200@www.learningrebels.com SUMMARY:Building Your Personal Brand as an L&D Professional DESCRIPTION:We talk a lot about increasing L&D’s visibility within the business. But what about your own visibility? Your personal brand?\n  \nFor many L&D professionals\, this feels uncomfortable. Self-promotional. Maybe even gross. We got into this field to help others\, not market ourselves. And there’s this question: should personal branding even be a priority? \nThe Tension \nYou can champion L&D as a function all day\, but if nobody knows who you are or what you’re good at\, your career options stay limited. When opportunities come up such as promotions\, speaking gigs\, or new roles – they go to people who are visible. \nBut visibility doesn’t mean being loud or constantly self-promoting (ICK). It means people know what you stand for and what you bring to the table. \nWhat Does Personal Brand Even Mean? \nYour personal brand is what people say about you when you’re not in the room. The question is whether you’re shaping that intentionally or leaving it to chance. \nYou’ve gone deep on specific areas. You’ve built real expertise. Now what? Do you keep it to yourself\, or do you let people know what you’re capable of? \nLet’s Talk About It \nWe’ll discuss whether personal branding is worth the effort (spoiler: it depends on your goals). What it looks like in practice for L&D professionals. How to build visibility without feeling like you’re bragging. And how to position yourself for the opportunities you actually want. \n \n\n  \nCan’t Make It In Person? No Worries\, We’ve Got Your Back! Register And Receive The Following:\n✅ Access to the Learning Rebels resource page with all the extra goodies \n✅ Copy of the video recording \n✅ Copy of the chatbox transcription \n✅ Copy of the full session transcript & summary \n✅ Additional resources such as books\, articles\, and handouts URL:https://www.learningrebels.com/event/building-your-personal-brand-as-an-ld-professional/ CATEGORIES:Coffee Chat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.learningrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/personal-brand.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shannon Tipton":MAILTO:shannon@learningrebels-rbyh.wp1.sh END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260227T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260227T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T134109 CREATED:20251210T225028Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T225028Z UID:150260-1772190000-1772193600@www.learningrebels.com SUMMARY:Getting Strategic About Growing Your Knowledge DESCRIPTION:Here’s the trap we fall into as L&D professionals: we try to learn everything.\n  \nNew authoring tool? Better learn it. Someone mentions personalized learning? Better research it. AI drops a new feature? Add it to the list. Meanwhile\, we’re stretched thin across a dozen surface-level skills with no real depth in anything. \nAre we mistaking exposure for expertise? Are we confuse being aware of something with actually knowing it? It’s no wonder we feel like we’re scrambling to keep up. \nThe Breadth Trap \nThe L&D field is massive. Instructional design\, learning tech\, adult learning theory\, change management\, project management\, data analysis\, facilitation\, consulting skills – the list never ends. And every month\, something new gets added. \nWhen you try to learn it all\, you end up: \n\nKnowing a little about everything but not enough about anything\nFeeling like an imposter because your knowledge is always surface-level\nUnable to articulate what you’re actually good at\nOverwhelmed by how much you still don’t know\n\nLet’s Get Strategic \nWe’ll discuss how to choose what’s worth going deep on based on your goals and where you want your career to go. How to resist the pressure to learn everything. What depth actually looks like versus just scratching the surface. And how to build expertise that positions you for the next step. \nYou’ve built the habit of learning – now let’s make sure you’re focusing that habit on building depth in areas that actually matter to your career. \n \n\n  \nCan’t be there live? We’ve got your back!  \nSimply by registering to attend the coffee chat\, you will receive the following: \n✅ Follow-up email with resources and extra goodies \n✅ Copy of the video recording \n✅ Copy of the chatbox transcription \n✅ Copy of the full session transcript and summary URL:https://www.learningrebels.com/event/getting-strategic-about-growing-your-knowledge/ CATEGORIES:Coffee Chat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.learningrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Strategic-Knowledge.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shannon Tipton":MAILTO:shannon@learningrebels-rbyh.wp1.sh END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260213T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260213T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T134109 CREATED:20251210T202309Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T202309Z UID:150248-1770980400-1770984000@www.learningrebels.com SUMMARY:Practice What We Preach: Building Your Learning Habit DESCRIPTION:Building Your Learning Habit\n  \nLet’s be honest with each other – we’re L&D professionals who spend our days designing learning experiences and advocating for development. But when it comes to our own learning? It somehow always ends up at the bottom of the to-do list. \nIt’s not that we don’t care. \nWe’ve got the books saved on our reading list. The podcasts downloaded. The resources bookmarked. Maybe you even grabbed some great recommendations from our resource share chat. But between stakeholder meetings\, project deadlines\, and everything else demanding our attention\, our own development keeps getting pushed to “later.” \nThe Irony Isn’t Lost on Us \nWe know learning matters. We champion it for everyone else. We can articulate exactly why continuous learning is critical for staying relevant in this field. But knowing and doing are two different things. \nThe real question isn’t why we should learn – it’s how we actually make it happen when we’re already stretched thin. \nHow do I carve out time that doesn’t exist? How do I start without adding more guilt to my plate? How do I turn intentions into habits that actually stick? How do I capture what I’m learning so it doesn’t just disappear? \nLet’s Work Through This Together \nWe’ll talk about practical strategies that fit into real life. Share what’s actually working for people (and what’s crashed and burned). Tackle the barriers that keep tripping us up. And figure out how to prioritize our own growth without the guilt. \n\n  \nCan’t be there live? We’ve got your back! \nWhen you register\, you’ll receive: \n✅ Follow-up email with resources and extra goodies \n✅ Copy of the video recording \n✅ Copy of the chatbox transcription \n✅ Copy of the full session transcript URL:https://www.learningrebels.com/event/practice-what-we-preach-building-your-learning-habit/ CATEGORIES:Coffee Chat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.learningrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Learning-Habit.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shannon Tipton":MAILTO:shannon@learningrebels-rbyh.wp1.sh END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260130T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260130T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T134109 CREATED:20251210T195343Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T195343Z UID:150241-1769770800-1769774400@www.learningrebels.com SUMMARY:Show and Tell: Your Best L&D Resources DESCRIPTION:Get ready for the L&D Resource Swap 2026!\n  \nThis Coffee Chat is where your desire to learn something new meets the collective wisdom of the Learning Rebels community. Here\, everyone will have a chance to share a story\, book\, or tool and how it opened a new window of opportunity for their professional development.  \nThis isn’t just our normal chat; it’s an opportunity to broaden your professional horizons through shared resources. Whether you’re new to the L&D field or looking to refine your existing skills\, this session is for you. \nWhat you can expect: \n\nResource Sharing: Bring along a book\, article\, tool\, or any resource that has significantly impacted your L&D journey. It could be something that helped you grasp a complex concept\, a book that inspired new teaching methods\, or a tool that revolutionized your training approach.\nRobust Discussions: Engage in thoughtful discussions about how these resources have shaped your practices. Hear diverse perspectives and experiences from fellow L&D professionals.\nNetworking: Connect with like-minded individuals who are passionate about L&D. Expand your professional network and discover potential collaborations.\nPractical Takeaways: Leave the session with a list of recommended books and resources curated by your peers to fuel your ongoing professional growth.\n\nThis Coffee Chat isn’t just about sharing and growing together as a community. Every book\, article\, or tool you share opens a door to new knowledge and possibilities for someone else. And in return\, you gain insights from the group’s collective wisdom. \nSo\, mark your calendar and join us for a stimulating exchange of ideas and resources. Let’s learn\, grow\, and elevate our L&D practices together! \n\n  \nCan’t be there live? We’ve got your back!  \nSimply by registering to attend the coffee chat\, you will receive the following: \n✅ Follow-up email with resources and extra goodies \n✅ Copy of the video recording \n✅ Copy of the chatbox transcription \n✅ Copy of the full session transcript and summary URL:https://www.learningrebels.com/event/show-and-tell-your-best-ld-resources/ CATEGORIES:Coffee Chat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.learningrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/resource-share.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shannon Tipton":MAILTO:shannon@learningrebels-rbyh.wp1.sh END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260116T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260116T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T134109 CREATED:20251210T190910Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T190910Z UID:150220-1768561200-1768564800@www.learningrebels.com SUMMARY:Why SMART Goals Aren't Smart: Writing Goals that Matter DESCRIPTION:Time for the Learning Rebels annual Coffee Chat: Why SMART Goals Aren’t Smart!\n  \nEvery year at this coffee chat\, we talk about how L&D professionals can be better partners\, better designers\, and stronger advocates for their businesses and learners. For the next few chats\, we’re flipping the focus. We’re concentrating on YOU and helping you move the needle on your own goals. Starting with setting your BIG HAIRY AUDACIOUS GOALS! \nMost of us enter the new year thinking about what we want to change. But here’s the problem: only 10% of people follow through on their New Year’s resolutions beyond a few months. That’s not a motivation problem. It’s a framing problem. To help you get a jump start\, download your copy of the BHAG worksheet. \nThink about how we typically set goals: \n“I need to stop procrastinating.” “I have to lose weight.” “I must get organized.” “I should communicate better.” \nNotice the pattern? These are all framed in terms of what we’re doing wrong. We’re setting ourselves up to feel like failures before we even start. \n  \n \n\nIt’s Time to Flip the Script \nWhat if we created positive and purposeful intentions instead? \nInstead of “I must lose weight\,” try “Spend 5 minutes a day stretching.” Instead of “get organized\,” try “keep the area around my keyboard tidy.” \nSmall\, positive actions we can actually sustain. \nWhy SMART Goals Don’t Work \nSMART goals are gospel in most organizations\, but they don’t deliver results. A large-scale study published in 2020 found that people who used SMART goals had less success with their resolutions than those who didn’t. \nThe problem? “Achievable” and “Realistic” don’t push us to take action—they encourage us to play it safe and stick with the status quo. \nLet’s Build Something Better \nWe’ll discuss how to create goals that are actionable\, positive\, and actually have a shot at success. Whether you’re working on personal development or helping your learners set meaningful objectives\, this conversation will give you practical strategies. \n  \n\n  \n👉 Register now to join us.  \nCan’t Make It In Person? No Worries\, We’ve Got Your Back! Register And Receive The Following:\n✅ Access to the Learning Rebels resource page with all the extra goodies \n✅ Copy of the video recording \n✅ Copy of the chatbox transcription \n✅ Copy of the full session transcript & summary \n✅ Additional resources such as books\, articles\, and handouts URL:https://www.learningrebels.com/event/why-smart-goals-arent-smart-writing-goals-that-matter/ CATEGORIES:Coffee Chat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.learningrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/LR_CoffeeChat_Wordpress_2024-2025-12-10T120712.770.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shannon Tipton":MAILTO:shannon@learningrebels-rbyh.wp1.sh END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251219T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251219T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T134109 CREATED:20251003T173709Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T173709Z UID:142212-1766142000-1766145600@www.learningrebels.com SUMMARY:The Best Thing I Learned in 2025 DESCRIPTION:As 2025 comes to a close\, it’s time to reflect on what we’ve learned – both professionally and personally.\n  \nOur last coffee chat of 2025 is all about sharing the insights\, skills\, and experiences that made a difference in your year. Maybe you finally cracked the code on stakeholder communication\, discovered a tool that changed your workflow\, or learned something completely outside of L&D that shifted your perspective. Whatever it was\, we want to hear about it. \n  \n \n  \nWe’ll discuss the learning experiences that stuck with us\, why they mattered\, and how they’ve influenced the way we approach our work. This is also a chance to talk about what we’re curious about heading into 2026—the skills we want to develop\, the topics we want to explore\, and the questions we’re still trying to answer. \nThis session is as much about celebration as it is about learning. We’ll recognize the growth we’ve experienced\, acknowledge the challenges we’ve overcome\, and look ahead with fresh ideas and renewed energy. It’s a chance to close out the year with gratitude and excitement for what’s next. \nBring your wins\, your “aha” moments\, and your wish list for future learning. Let’s celebrate our growth and inspire each other as we head into a new year. \n  \n\n  \n  \n👉 Register now to join us.  \nCan’t Make It In Person? No Worries\, We’ve Got Your Back! Register And Receive The Following:\n✅ Access to the Learning Rebels resource page with all the extra goodies \n✅ Copy of the video recording \n✅ Copy of the chatbox transcription \n✅ Copy of the full session transcript & summary \n✅ Additional resources such as books\, articles\, and handouts URL:https://www.learningrebels.com/event/the-best-thing-i-learned-in-2025/ CATEGORIES:Coffee Chat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.learningrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/LR_CoffeeChat_Wordpress_2024-2025-10-03T123146.499.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shannon Tipton":MAILTO:shannon@learningrebels-rbyh.wp1.sh END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251205T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251205T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T134109 CREATED:20251003T171904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T171904Z UID:142206-1764932400-1764936000@www.learningrebels.com SUMMARY:Gifts for the Person in My Life and Holiday Party DESCRIPTION:It’s that time of year again and our annual Coffee Chat holiday party is back!\nFor the fifth year running\, we’re gathering to celebrate the season\, share gift ideas\, and just enjoy each other’s company. This isn’t your typical professional development session. It’s a chance to relax\, have fun\, and connect with other L&D professionals in a casual\, festive atmosphere. \nWe’ll collaborate on our famous gift list for the trainers and L&D people in your life (or anyone else you’re shopping for). Whether you’re looking for practical tools\, clever resources\, or just something fun\, we’ll crowdsource ideas that actually make sense for people who do what we do. \nThroughout the event\, we’ll play games\, share holiday stories\, and have casual conversations about whatever’s on your mind. No agenda\, no pressure – just good conversation and community spirit. It’s the perfect way to celebrate with people who understand the unique joys and challenges of working in learning and development. \nBring your gift ideas\, your holiday cheer\, and maybe a festive beverage of your choice. Let’s celebrate our community and the connections we’ve built throughout the year. \n  \n\n  \n👉 Register now to join us.  \nCan’t Make It In Person? No Worries\, We’ve Got Your Back! Register And Receive The Following:\n✅ Access to the Learning Rebels resource page with all the extra goodies \n✅ Copy of the video recording \n✅ Copy of the chatbox transcription \n✅ Copy of the full session transcript & summary \n✅ Additional resources such as books\, articles\, and handouts URL:https://www.learningrebels.com/event/gifts-for-the-person-in-my-life-and-holiday-party/ CATEGORIES:Coffee Chat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.learningrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/LR_CoffeeChat_Wordpress_2024-100.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shannon Tipton":MAILTO:shannon@learningrebels-rbyh.wp1.sh END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251121T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251121T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T134109 CREATED:20251003T170758Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T170758Z UID:142200-1763722800-1763726400@www.learningrebels.com SUMMARY:The Skills We Didn't Know We Needed In L&D DESCRIPTION:Remember when being good at developing elearning felt like enough?\n  \nThe L&D profession has changed significantly\, and the skills that make you effective today might look very different from what you expected when you started. \nAs we reflect on 2025 and look ahead to 2026\, this coffee chat focuses on the skills that have become essential in our field\, and the ones that might be getting too much attention. We’ll discuss what surprised us most about the competencies we actually use day-to-day versus what we thought we’d need. \n  \n \n  \nWe’ll talk about the unexpected skills that have become critical: maybe it’s data interpretation\, change management\, or having difficult conversations with stakeholders. We’ll explore which technical skills are worth your time to develop and which ones you can safely skip or outsource. And we’ll address the skills that get hyped up but don’t necessarily translate to better learning outcomes. \nThis is also a chance to discuss where you should focus your professional development efforts in the coming year. What skills will help you grow in your career? What gaps do you need to fill? And what trendy skills can you ignore without falling behind? \nBring your perspective on what’s working\, what’s overrated\, and what you wish you’d learned sooner. We’ll learn from each other’s experiences and help you prioritize your skill-building efforts. \n  \n\n  \n👉 Register now to join us.  \nCan’t Make It In Person? No Worries\, We’ve Got Your Back! Register And Receive The Following:\n✅ Access to the Learning Rebels resource page with all the extra goodies \n✅ Copy of the video recording \n✅ Copy of the chatbox transcription \n✅ Copy of the full session transcript & summary \n✅ Additional resources such as books\, articles\, and handouts URL:https://www.learningrebels.com/event/the-skills-we-didnt-know-we-needed-in-ld/ CATEGORIES:Coffee Chat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.learningrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/LR_CoffeeChat_Wordpress_2024-99.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shannon Tipton":MAILTO:shannon@learningrebels-rbyh.wp1.sh END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251107T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251107T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T134109 CREATED:20251003T165254Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T165254Z UID:142192-1762513200-1762516800@www.learningrebels.com SUMMARY:What We Wish Stakeholders Knew About Learning DESCRIPTION:“Just turn the PowerPoint into an eLearning course.”\n  \nIf only stakeholders knew… \nIf you’ve heard requests like these\, you’re not alone. One of the biggest challenges in L&D isn’t the design work itself – it’s helping stakeholders understand what goes into creating learning that actually changes behavior and improves performance. \n  \n \n  \nThis coffee chat is your chance to discuss the disconnect between stakeholder expectations and the realities of instructional design. We’ll talk about the things we wish our stakeholders understood: why good learning takes time\, how throwing content at people doesn’t equal training\, and why aligning learning to business goals matters more than fancy interactions. \nWe’ll discuss strategies for educating stakeholders without sounding condescending\, how to set realistic expectations early in a project\, and ways to communicate the value of your work in terms they care about. You’ll also hear how other L&D professionals handle pushback and navigate tricky conversations about timelines\, budgets\, and design decisions. \nBring your most frustrating stakeholder stories and your best solutions. This is a safe space to vent\, learn\, and support each other through one of the most challenging parts of our work. \n  \n\n  \n👉 Register now to join us.  \nCan’t Make It In Person? No Worries\, We’ve Got Your Back! Register And Receive The Following:\n✅ Access to the Learning Rebels resource page with all the extra goodies \n✅ Copy of the video recording \n✅ Copy of the chatbox transcription \n✅ Copy of the full session transcript & summary \n✅ Additional resources such as books\, articles\, and handouts URL:https://www.learningrebels.com/event/what-we-wish-stakeholders-knew-about-learning/ CATEGORIES:Coffee Chat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.learningrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/LR_CoffeeChat_Wordpress_2024-98.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shannon Tipton":MAILTO:shannon@learningrebels-rbyh.wp1.sh END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251024T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251024T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T134109 CREATED:20251003T163544Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T191424Z UID:142182-1761303600-1761307200@www.learningrebels.com SUMMARY:Scrappy Design & Smart Shortcuts DESCRIPTION:Budget constraints. Tight deadlines. Limited tools. Time for some Scrappy Design!\n  \nMost L&D professionals face resource challenges\, especially when you might be new to the field or working in smaller organizations. The good news? You don’t need expensive software or unlimited time to create learning that works. \n  \n \n  \nThis coffee chat takes a different angle than our previous “champagne learning” discussion. \nRather than focusing on budget strategies\, we’re discussing the design process itself. How to work smarter\, not harder. We’ll explore which design elements you can simplify or skip entirely\, how to repurpose existing content effectively\, and ways to make quick decisions that keep projects moving forward. \nTogether\, we’ll discuss practical shortcuts that experienced designers use to speed up their workflow without cutting corners on effectiveness. We’ll discuss templates\, reusable frameworks\, and time-saving approaches that help you deliver quality learning experiences even when you’re juggling multiple projects. \nWhether you’re building your first training program or looking for ways to work more efficiently\, this conversation will give you actionable strategies you can use immediately. Bring your questions\, share your challenges\, and learn from other L&D professionals who understand what it’s like to do more with less. \n  \n\n  \nCan’t Make the Coffee Chat In Person? No Worries\, We’ve Got Your Back! Register And Receive The Following:\n✅ Copy of the video recording \n✅Copy of the chatbox transcription \n✅Copy of the full session transcript & summary \n✅Additional resources such as books\, articles\, and handouts \n  URL:https://www.learningrebels.com/event/scrappy-design-smart-shortcuts/ CATEGORIES:Coffee Chat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.learningrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/LR_CoffeeChat_Wordpress_2024-97.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shannon Tipton":MAILTO:shannon@learningrebels-rbyh.wp1.sh END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251010T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251010T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T134109 CREATED:20250911T222008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T222150Z UID:140020-1760094000-1760097600@www.learningrebels.com SUMMARY:What Happens When Success Doesn't Show Up in Your LMS? DESCRIPTION:What Happens When Success Doesn’t Show Up in Your LMS? \nWhat if your most impactful learning program can’t be measured by LMS data? \nYou know that moment when a participant emails you months later saying your session completely changed how they handle difficult conversations? Or when you notice someone applying a mindset shift in ways you never explicitly taught? That’s the kind of learning that changes everything – and it’s exactly what your LMS can’t measure. \nIf you’re like most L&D professionals\, you’ve felt the pressure to justify every program with hard numbers. Completion rates\, quiz scores\, time-on-task – all important\, but missing the real transformations happening with your learners. You know your programs work when you see behavioral changes and cultural shifts\, but explaining that to stakeholders feels impossible. \nWhen you only design for what’s measurable\, you create learning that feels safe but forgettable. Your participants check the boxes but miss the transformation\, and you’re left wondering if you’re actually making a difference. \nThat’s why this week’s Coffee Chat focuses on designing learning that creates real impact\, even when traditional metrics fall short. \n  \n \nThis week\, our Coffee Chat community explores how to design and defend programs that address soft skills\, mindset shifts\, and complex problem-solving. We’ll also tackle the big question: How do we actually measure this type of learning? Let’s uncover practical strategies for capturing impact in ways that matter and communicating value when the results don’t fit in a spreadsheet. \n  \n\n  \n👉 Register now to join us.  \nCan’t Make It In Person? No Worries\, We’ve Got Your Back! Register And Receive The Following:\n✅ Access to the Learning Rebels resource page with all the extra goodies \n✅ Copy of the video recording \n✅ Copy of the chatbox transcription \n✅ Copy of the full session transcript & summary \n✅ Additional resources such as books\, articles\, and handouts URL:https://www.learningrebels.com/event/what-happens-when-success-doesnt-show-up-in-your-lms/ CATEGORIES:Coffee Chat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.learningrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/LR_CoffeeChat_Wordpress_2024-96.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shannon Tipton":MAILTO:shannon@learningrebels-rbyh.wp1.sh END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250926T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250926T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T134109 CREATED:20250826T215441Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T215441Z UID:137402-1758884400-1758888000@www.learningrebels.com SUMMARY:The Bias We Don't See: Hidden Assumptions in Learning Design DESCRIPTION:We like to think our learning designs are objective\, fair\, and grounded in evidence.\nHowever\, if we look closely and with fresh eyes\, we might see that bias appears in our work – even when we don’t intend it to. \n \nHere’s the tricky bit: we all operate from mental frameworks shaped by our own experiences\, and those frameworks inevitably influence how we approach learning design. The research you prioritize\, the examples that feel “obviously” relevant\, the way you interpret feedback – all of it gets filtered through your particular lens on the world. This isn’t malicious or careless; it’s simply how human cognition works. \nThe challenge is that these mental patterns\, while helping you work efficiently\, can also create gaps between what you think you’re designing and what learners actually experience. Your particular perspective on how people learn\, what motivates them\, and what “effective” training looks like becomes the default template for your programs. When that template doesn’t match the reality of your learners\, it can limit learning outcomes and exclude perspectives in ways you never intended. \nThat’s why this Coffee Chat is all about “The Bias We Don’t See: Hidden Assumptions in Learning Design.” \nThis isn’t about achieving perfect objectivity or feeling bad about being human. It’s about developing the awareness to recognize these patterns before they become embedded in your programs. We’ll discuss which assumptions show up most frequently in learning design and exchange practical approaches for spotting them in your own work. The conversation will focus on expanding perspectives\, gathering more representative feedback\, and designing with greater awareness of our blind spots. \nWhat you can expect: \n\nCommon Blind Spots: Discussion of hidden assumptions that frequently surface in learning design and how they show up in our work\nSpotting Your Patterns: Sharing techniques for recognizing the beliefs and frameworks that influence your design decisions\nBroadening Perspectives: Exchanging strategies for gathering input from diverse viewpoints and expanding beyond your own experience\nCreating Accountability: Building practices into your workflow that help catch assumptions before they limit your programs\n\n  \n\n  \n👉 Register now to join us.  \nCan’t Make It In Person? No Worries\, We’ve Got Your Back! Register And Receive The Following:\n✅ Access to the Learning Rebels resource page with all the extra goodies \n✅ Copy of the video recording \n✅ Copy of the chatbox transcription \n✅ Copy of the full session transcript & summary \n✅ Additional resources such as books\, articles\, and handouts URL:https://www.learningrebels.com/event/the-bias-we-dont-see-hidden-assumptions-in-learning-design/ CATEGORIES:Coffee Chat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.learningrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/LR_CoffeeChat_Wordpress_2024-94.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shannon Tipton":MAILTO:shannon@learningrebels-rbyh.wp1.sh END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250912T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250912T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T134109 CREATED:20250825T213128Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T213339Z UID:137237-1757674800-1757678400@www.learningrebels.com SUMMARY:Injecting Curiosity into Learning Design DESCRIPTION:What if the missing piece in your learning program isn’t more content – it’s more curiosity?\n  \nYou know that moment when you’re facilitating a session and instead of the usual glazed eyes and phone-checking\, your participants are leaning forward\, asking follow-up questions\, and connecting concepts to their own work? That’s what happens when you design for curiosity instead of just completion. \nIf you’re like most L&D professionals\, you’ve found yourself trapped in a cycle of information delivery; cramming content into modules\, racing through objectives\, and measuring success by completion rates. You know something’s missing\, but it’s not more content or fancier technology. It’s the fundamental human drive to explore and discover. \nWhen you design learning without curiosity\, you create experiences that feel like obligations rather than opportunities. Your learners become passive recipients instead of active explorers\, and the transformative potential of learning gets buried under compliance requirements and checkbox thinking. You’re not alone in this struggle – it’s a challenge facing L&D professionals at every level. \n  \n \n  \nThat’s why this week’s Coffee Chat is all about “Sparking Wonder: Injecting Curiosity into Your Learning Design.” \nThis week\, our Coffee Chat community discusses the secret behind those training sessions where participants actually beg for more time. You know the ones—where learners are scribbling notes\, asking follow-up questions\, and connecting dots you never expected them to see. \nWhat separates these magnetic learning experiences from standard training where engagement feels polite but not passionate? \nYou’ll uncover the specific design techniques that transform reluctant participants into engaged explorers and discover why curiosity might be the most underutilized tool in your L&D toolkit. \n  \n👉 Register now to join us.  \nCan’t Make It In Person? No Worries\, We’ve Got Your Back! Register And Receive The Following:\n✅ Access to the Learning Rebels resource page with all the extra goodies \n✅ Copy of the video recording \n✅ Copy of the chatbox transcription \n✅ Copy of the full session transcript & summary \n✅ Additional resources such as books\, articles\, and handouts URL:https://www.learningrebels.com/event/injecting-curiosity-into-learning-design/ CATEGORIES:Coffee Chat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.learningrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Coffee-Chat-featured-image-4.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shannon Tipton":MAILTO:shannon@learningrebels-rbyh.wp1.sh END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250829T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250829T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T134109 CREATED:20250728T205116Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T205116Z UID:127854-1756465200-1756468800@www.learningrebels.com SUMMARY:Burnout Recovery: Rest as Strategy\, Not Surrender DESCRIPTION:Let’s talk about the thing we all feel but rarely say out loud: burnout.\nIn a profession where we’re constantly expected to be creative\, strategic\, and emotionally tuned in\, exhaustion often hides in plain sight. And if we don’t make space to acknowledge it\, burnout becomes just another part of the job instead of a signal to pause and reset. \nThis Coffee Chat is that space. \nWe’re taking time to talk honestly about what burnout looks like in our professional and personal lives – and how we can begin recovering in ways that work for real people with real responsibilities. \nWe’re joined by special guest Chris Coladonato\, The Connection Catalyst\, who brings a fresh\, grounded perspective on well-being at work and the power of intentional rest as a strategy\, not a reward. \n \nThis isn’t a fix-it session. It’s a reflection session.\nTogether\, we’ll explore: \n\n\nHow burnout shows up specifically in L&D roles \n\n\nThe myths we believe about productivity\, energy\, and “being the go-to” \n\n\nHow to start noticing the signs – before the burnout spiral hits \n\n\nStrategic rest and recovery practices that actually work \n\n\n  \n“Rest helps you show up differently—calmer\, clearer\, more connected. It’s not a sign of weakness… Rest isn’t lazy—it’s strategic.”— Chris Coladonato\, The Connection Catalyst \nThis is your invitation to step away from the noise and connect with others who understand the unique pressures of learning and development work. We’re gathering not to solve burnout in one hour – but to talk honestly about what it looks like\, how it affects us\, and what recovery can truly mean. \nYou’re welcome to participate or just listen in. Bring your coffee\, your questions\, or simply your presence.This conversation is free\, open\, and judgment-free\, because sometimes just showing up is the first step toward feeling whole again. \n👉 Register now to join us. Let’s make space for recovery – together. \nCan’t Make It In Person? No Worries\, We’ve Got Your Back! Register And Receive The Following:\n✅ Access to the Learning Rebels resource page with all the extra goodies \n✅ Copy of the video recording \n✅ Copy of the chatbox transcription \n✅ Copy of the full session transcript & summary \n✅ Additional resources such as books\, articles\, and handouts URL:https://www.learningrebels.com/event/burnout-recovery-rest-as-strategy-not-surrender/ CATEGORIES:Coffee Chat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.learningrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Coffee-Chat-featured-image-3.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shannon Tipton":MAILTO:shannon@learningrebels-rbyh.wp1.sh END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250815T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250815T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T134109 CREATED:20250728T194625Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T194625Z UID:127845-1755255600-1755259200@www.learningrebels.com SUMMARY:Presentation Skills Showcase: The Good\, the Bad\, and the Brilliant DESCRIPTION:We’ve all sat through presentations that felt like root canals. And we’ve also been part of sessions that made time fly\, sparked ideas\, and left us energized. So… what’s the difference? \nThis Coffee Chat is your chance to share: the good\, the bad\, and the brilliantly unexpected. \nWhether you’re leading virtual sessions\, live workshops\, or onboarding sessions – how you present matters. But you don’t need a full-blown seminar to sharpen your skills. You need peers who get it\, tools that work in real life\, and the space to test new ideas without judgment. \nWhether you’re brand new to presenting or have hundreds of sessions under your belt\, you’ll walk away with fresh ideas and renewed energy. \n\n \nThis isn’t a talent show – it’s a skills swap.\nWe’ll explore: \n\n\nWhat really works when trying to keep learners engaged \n\n\nSmall changes that make a big difference in delivery \n\n\nGo-to tools or activities that always land \n\n\nTips for handling nerves\, tech fails\, or low-energy audiences \n\n\nNo PowerPoint decks required. No polished scripts needed. \nJust bring your favorite activity or a lesson you learned the hard way. You’ll walk away with new ideas\, renewed confidence\, and maybe even a few mic-drop moments of your own. \nAs always\, this session is free\, fun\, and wide open to anyone in L&D – no matter your experience level. \n👉 Register now to join the fun!  \n\nCan’t Make It In Person? No Worries\, We’ve Got Your Back! Register And Receive The Following:\n✅ Access to the Learning Rebels resource page with all the extra goodies \n✅ Copy of the video recording \n✅ Copy of the chatbox transcription \n✅ Copy of the full session transcript & summary \n✅ Additional resources such as books\, articles\, and handouts URL:https://www.learningrebels.com/event/presentation-skills-showcase-the-good-the-bad-and-the-brilliant/ CATEGORIES:Coffee Chat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.learningrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Coffee-Chat-featured-image-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shannon Tipton":MAILTO:shannon@learningrebels-rbyh.wp1.sh END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250801T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250801T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T134109 CREATED:20250627T154254Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T190056Z UID:121834-1754046000-1754049600@www.learningrebels.com SUMMARY:Being a Workplace Anthropologist: Finding the Stories That Shape Learning DESCRIPTION:Being a Workplace Anthropologist: Finding the Stories That Shape Learning\nLet’s be real—sometimes the root of a performance issue isn’t in the data\, the survey\, or the SME interview. It’s in the culture. It’s in the unwritten rules\, the watercooler conversations\, the “that’s just how we do it” mindset. \nIn this Coffee Chat\, we’ll dig into what it looks like to step into the role of a Workplace Anthropologist\, someone who doesn’t just build learning programs but uncovers the stories\, rituals\, and behaviors that shape how people actually work. \nBecause if we want learning to stick\, we have to go deeper than bullet points and surface-level analysis. We have to understand the environment in which it’s meant to live. \n \nWe’ll talk about:\n\n\nHow to read between the lines and spot patterns in behavior and language \n\n\nThe power of story in identifying barriers to learning \n\n\nWhat L&D can learn from curiosity-driven observation \n\n\nHow to use what you discover to build training that fits the real world\, not the ideal one \n\n\nThis isn’t about becoming a fly on the wall—it’s about becoming a better partner. Because when you really understand the environment you’re designing for\, your learning solutions don’t just land…they stick. \nAnd yep—this session is 100% free. Bring your curiosity\, your stories\, and your questions. \n👉 Register now to save your seat and see your workplace with new eyes. \n\nCan’t Make It In Person? No Worries\, We’ve Got Your Back! Register And Receive The Following:\n✅ Access to the Learning Rebels resource page with all the extra goodies \n✅ Copy of the video recording \n✅ Copy of the chatbox transcription \n✅ Copy of the full session transcript & summary \n✅ Additional resources such as books\, articles\, and handouts URL:https://www.learningrebels.com/event/being-a-workplace-anthropologist-finding-the-stories-that-shape-learning/ CATEGORIES:Coffee Chat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.learningrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/LR_CoffeeChat_Wordpress_2024-88.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shannon Tipton":MAILTO:shannon@learningrebels-rbyh.wp1.sh END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250718T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250718T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T134109 CREATED:20250627T152638Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T152638Z UID:121816-1752836400-1752840000@www.learningrebels.com SUMMARY:Writing for Learning: Cut the Fluff\, Keep the Impact DESCRIPTION:Let’s be honest—most learning content is too long\, too dry\, and too forgettable. And you know what’s often to blame? The writing. We’ve taken the “human” out of writing! \nWhether you’re crafting slides\, job aids\, emails\, or eLearning scripts\, your words matter. They set the tone\, create connection\, and either drive real behavior change—or make people check out before they finish the first sentence. \nThat’s why this Coffee Chat is all about sharpening our writing chops. Not to be the next Hemingway\, but to create content that’s clear\, intentional\, and actually helps people learn. \nWe’ll Talk About:\n\n\nHow to write with a learner-first lens (and what that even means) \n\n\nWhere common L&D writing goes off the rails \n\n\nSimple ways to be more human\, less robotic in your content \n\n\nReal examples from the group—we’ll break ‘em down\, rebuild\, and laugh a little too \n\n\nThis Coffee Chat is totally free and wide open—no gatekeeping here. Whether you’re new to writing for learning or have battle scars from years of getting terrible text from SME’s\, you’ll walk away with fresh ideas and a few writing wins you can apply right away. \n👉 Register now and save your spot—because better learning starts with better words. \nCan’t Make It In Person? No Worries\, We’ve Got Your Back! Register And Receive The Following:\n✅ Access to the Learning Rebels resource page with all the extra goodies \n✅ Copy of the video recording \n✅ Copy of the chatbox transcription \n✅ Copy of the full session transcript & summary \n✅ Additional resources such as books\, articles\, and handouts URL:https://www.learningrebels.com/event/writing-for-learning-cut-the-fluff-keep-the-impact/ CATEGORIES:Coffee Chat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.learningrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/LR_CoffeeChat_Wordpress2-28.png ORGANIZER;CN="Shannon Tipton":MAILTO:shannon@learningrebels-rbyh.wp1.sh END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250620T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250620T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T134109 CREATED:20250313T043729Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T043729Z UID:103413-1750417200-1750420800@www.learningrebels.com SUMMARY:Safe to Learn: Creating Psychologically Safe Learning Environments DESCRIPTION:Creating Psychologically Safe Learning Environments\n  \n \n  \nHave you ever watched a training participant hesitate to ask a question\, avoid participation\, or nod in agreement when they clearly don’t understand? These are signs of psychological insecurity in learning—and they’re blocking the very outcomes you’re working to achieve. \nWhen learners don’t feel safe to take risks\, make mistakes\, or voice confusion\, real learning stalls. Many L&D professionals focus on content and delivery while unintentionally overlooking the emotional environment that enables authentic learning to happen. \nThat’s why this Coffee Chat is all about “Safe to Learn: Creating Psychologically Safe Learning Environments.”\nIn this session\, we’ll explore practical ways to establish psychological safety in both in-person and virtual learning settings. We’ll discuss techniques for fostering an environment where questions are welcomed\, mistakes are viewed as learning opportunities\, and all participants feel valued. Whether you’re facilitating workshops\, designing e-learning\, or managing a learning program\, this chat will provide actionable strategies to enhance psychological safety in your learning initiatives. \nWhat you can expect: \n\nSetting the Foundation: How to establish safety from the first moments of a learning experience\nFacilitation Techniques: Approaches that encourage participation without creating anxiety\nPsychological Safety in Virtual Settings: Specific strategies for online learning environments\nHandling Challenging Situations: Responding effectively when safety is compromised\n\n  \nJoin us on June 20\, 2025\, at 11am CST to share experiences and learn how to create learning environments where participants feel secure enough to engage fully!\nRegister now and discover how psychological safety can transform your learning outcomes!\n  \nCan’t Make It In Person? No Worries\, We’ve Got Your Back! Register And Receive The Following:\n✅ Access to the Learning Rebels resource page with all the extra goodies \n✅ Copy of the video recording \n✅ Copy of the chatbox transcription \n✅ Copy of the full session transcript & summary \n✅ Additional resources such as books\, articles\, and handouts URL:https://www.learningrebels.com/event/safe-to-learn-creating-psychologically-safe-learning-environments/ CATEGORIES:Coffee Chat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.learningrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/LR_CoffeeChat_Wordpress_2024-86.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shannon Tipton":MAILTO:shannon@learningrebels-rbyh.wp1.sh END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250606T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250606T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T134109 CREATED:20250313T041944Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T041944Z UID:103408-1749207600-1749211200@www.learningrebels.com SUMMARY:Champagne Learning Development on a Beer Budget DESCRIPTION:L&D on a Budget: Creating High-Impact Learning with Limited Resources\n  \n \n  \n“We need this training yesterday\, and no\, there’s no budget for it.” Sound familiar? Limited resources don’t have to mean limited impact when it comes to creating effective learning experiences. \n  \n \n  \nMany L&D professionals face the reality of delivering high-quality solutions with tightening budgets and growing expectations. The good news? Some of the most effective learning approaches don’t require expensive tools or outside vendors—just creativity and smart resource allocation. \nThat’s why this Coffee Chat is all about “Champagne Learning on a Beer Budget: L&D Solutions That Won’t Break the Bank.”\nIn this session\, we’ll explore practical\, low-cost approaches to designing\, developing\, and delivering impactful learning. We’ll share budget-friendly tools\, creative repurposing strategies\, and ways to maximize impact without maximizing spending. Whether you’re working with a shoestring budget or just looking to be more resourceful\, this chat will provide actionable ideas you can implement immediately. \nWhat you can expect: \n\nFree and Low-Cost Tools: Discover alternatives to expensive authoring tools and platforms\nContent Repurposing: Strategies for turning existing materials into multiple learning assets\nIn-House Expertise: How to tap internal talent instead of hiring consultants\nMaking the Case: Communicating the value of your budget-friendly approaches to stakeholders\n\n\nJoin us on June 6\, 2025\, at 11am CST to share your favorite budget-stretching strategies and learn new approaches from fellow L&D professionals!\nRegister now and discover how to create impressive learning experiences without the impressive price tag!\n  \nCan’t Make It In Person? No Worries\, We’ve Got Your Back! Register And Receive The Following:\n✅ Access to the Learning Rebels resource page with all the extra goodies \n✅ Copy of the video recording \n✅ Copy of the chatbox transcription \n✅ Copy of the full session transcript & summary \n✅ Additional resources such as books\, articles\, and handouts URL:https://www.learningrebels.com/event/champagne-learning-development-on-a-beer-budget/ CATEGORIES:Coffee Chat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.learningrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/LR_CoffeeChat_Wordpress_2024-85.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shannon Tipton":MAILTO:shannon@learningrebels-rbyh.wp1.sh END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250523T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250523T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T134109 CREATED:20250313T035645Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T035645Z UID:103401-1747998000-1748001600@www.learningrebels.com SUMMARY:Design Hacks: An L&D Graphic Design Showcase! DESCRIPTION:Design Hacks: L&D Graphic Design Showcase\n  \n \n  \nEver stared at a blank slide wondering how others make their learning materials look so professional (while you’re still using the same template from 2018)? You’re not alone! Creating visually appealing learning content doesn’t require an art degree—just some clever tricks from those who’ve been there. \nBecause Instructional Design is more than developing lesson outlines\, many L&D professionals have their secret graphic design weapons: time-saving shortcuts\, go-to tools\, and design hacks that transform ordinary content into eye-catching materials. Now’s your chance to steal—er\, borrow—these brilliant ideas! \nThat’s why this Coffee Chat is our first-ever “Design Hacks: An L&D Graphic Design Showcase!”\nThis isn’t our typical Coffee Chat—it’s a show-and-tell extravaganza! Bring your favorite design tip\, tool\, or template to share with the community. We’ll showcase real examples\, trade quick wins\, and collectively level up our design game. Whether you’re a PowerPoint wizard\, Canva superhero\, or just trying to make your job aids less cringe-worthy\, this session promises practical tips you can use immediately. \nWhat you can expect: \n\nQuick-fire shares of favorite tools\, templates\, and resources\nBefore & After Gallery: See real transformations of learning materials\nTime-Saving Tricks: Shortcuts that make you look like a design pro (even when you’re not!)\nColor & Font Therapy: Simple principles to make your designs pop without overwhelming learners\n\n\nJoin us on May 23\, 2025\, at 11am CST with your best design tip ready to share! Don’t worry—we won’t judge your old clip art collections (much).\nRegister now and prepare to dazzle your colleagues with your newfound design superpowers!\n  \nCan’t Make It In Person? No Worries\, We’ve Got Your Back! Register And Receive The Following:\n✅ Access to the Learning Rebels resource page with all the extra goodies \n✅ Copy of the video recording \n✅ Copy of the chatbox transcription \n✅ Copy of the full session transcript & summary \n✅ Additional resources such as books\, articles\, and handouts URL:https://www.learningrebels.com/event/design-hacks-an-ld-graphic-design-showcase/ CATEGORIES:Coffee Chat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.learningrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/LR_CoffeeChat_Wordpress_2024-84.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shannon Tipton":MAILTO:shannon@learningrebels-rbyh.wp1.sh END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250509T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250509T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T134109 CREATED:20250313T033712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T033712Z UID:103391-1746788400-1746792000@www.learningrebels.com SUMMARY:Out of the Shadows: Increasing L&D Visibility DESCRIPTION:Out of the Shadows: Increasing L&D Visibility in Your Organization\n  \n \n“What exactly does the learning department do?” If that question sounds familiar\, you’re not alone. Many L&D teams deliver exceptional work that remains largely invisible to the broader organization\, limiting their influence and recognition. \nIn a competitive business environment\, visibility isn’t just about recognition—it’s about securing resources\, gaining leadership support\, and ensuring learning initiatives align with strategic priorities. When L&D operates in the shadows\, even the most impactful programs may go unnoticed by decision-makers. \n \nThis Coffee Chat is about “Out of the Shadows: Increasing L&D Visibility in Your Organization.”\nIn this session\, together we’ll explore practical strategies to elevate your L&D department’s profile and influence. We’ll discuss approaches to showcasing your impact\, building a recognizable learning brand\, and communicating value in ways that resonate with different stakeholders. Whether you’re a department of one or leading a team\, this chat will provide actionable ideas to increase your visibility and influence. \nWhat you can expect: \n\nBuilding Your L&D Brand: Creating a cohesive identity that makes your work recognizable\nStrategic Communications: Tailoring your message for different audiences across the organization\nShowcasing Success: Methods for highlighting wins without seeming self-promotional\nLeveraging Champions: Identifying and engaging advocates to amplify your message\n\n  \nJoin us on May 9\, 2025\, at 11am CST to share experiences and learn how to increase your L&D department’s visibility and influence!\nRegister now and start building the recognition your learning initiatives deserve!\n  \nCan’t Make It In Person? No Worries\, We’ve Got Your Back! Register And Receive The Following:\n✅ Access to the Learning Rebels resource page with all the extra goodies \n✅ Copy of the video recording \n✅ Copy of the chatbox transcription \n✅ Copy of the full session transcript & summary \n✅ Additional resources such as books\, articles\, and handouts \n  URL:https://www.learningrebels.com/event/out-of-the-shadows-increasing-ld-visibility/ CATEGORIES:Coffee Chat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.learningrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/LR_CoffeeChat_Wordpress_2024-83.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shannon Tipton":MAILTO:shannon@learningrebels-rbyh.wp1.sh END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250425T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250425T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T134109 CREATED:20250313T031510Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T031510Z UID:103384-1745578800-1745582400@www.learningrebels.com SUMMARY:From Activity to Impact: Establishing Meaningful KPIs DESCRIPTION:From Activity to Impact: Establishing Meaningful KPIs for L&D\n  \n \n  \n“We completed 100 training sessions this quarter!” But did those sessions make a difference? Learning professionals struggle to demonstrate value beyond counting completions and satisfaction scores without meaningful KPIs and supporting data. \nMany L&D teams find themselves caught in a cycle of activity metrics that fail to capture their true impact on business outcomes. This leaves your department vulnerable when budgets tighten and makes it difficult to secure resources for innovative learning initiatives. \n  \n \n\nThat’s why this Coffee Chat is all about “From Activity to Impact: Establishing Meaningful KPIs for L&D.”\nIn this session\, we’ll explore practical approaches to developing KPIs that matter to business leaders. We’ll discuss how to move beyond activity metrics to impact measures\, align learning objectives with business goals\, and collect meaningful data without overwhelming your team. Whether you’re looking to revamp your measurement strategy or just starting to think about KPIs\, this chat will provide actionable insights to enhance your approach. \nWhat you can expect: \n\nBeyond Completions and Surveys: Identifying metrics that demonstrate true learning impact\nAligning with Business Outcomes: Connecting learning initiatives to organizational priorities\nPractical Measurement: Simple approaches to gathering meaningful data without complex systems\nCommunicating Results: Presenting L&D metrics in ways that resonate with stakeholders\n\n\nJoin us on April 25\, 2025\, at 11am CST to share experiences and learn how to develop KPIs that showcase L&D’s true value!\n  \nRegister now and start measuring what truly matters!\n  \nCan’t Make It In Person? No Worries\, We’ve Got Your Back! Register And Receive The Following:\n✅ Access to the Learning Rebels resource page with all the extra goodies \n✅ Copy of the video recording \n✅ Copy of the chatbox transcription \n✅ Copy of the full session transcript & summary \n✅ Additional resources such as books\, articles\, and handouts URL:https://www.learningrebels.com/event/from-activity-to-impact-establishing-meaningful-kpis/ CATEGORIES:Coffee Chat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.learningrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/LR_CoffeeChat_Wordpress_2024-82.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shannon Tipton":MAILTO:shannon@learningrebels-rbyh.wp1.sh END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250411T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250411T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T134109 CREATED:20250313T025633Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T023656Z UID:103377-1744369200-1744372800@www.learningrebels.com SUMMARY:Beyond Order-Taking: Creating Meaningful Stakeholder Engagement DESCRIPTION:Creating Meaningful Stakeholder Engagement\n  \n \n  \nTired of being the last-minute “training request” department? You’re not alone. Many L&D professionals struggle to position themselves as strategic partners rather than order-takers\, leaving their expertise underutilized and their impact limited. \nThe difference between reactive and proactive often comes down to how effectively you engage with stakeholders. When done well\, stakeholder engagement transforms your role from training producer to trusted advisor\, allowing you to align learning solutions with business goals and demonstrate real value. \nThis Coffee Chat is about “Beyond Order-Taking: Creating Meaningful Stakeholder Engagement in L&D.”\nIn this session\, we’ll share practical approaches to building influential relationships with stakeholders at all levels. We’ll discuss how to initiate strategic conversations\, ask the right questions to uncover actual needs and communicate the value of your solutions. Whether you’re trying to elevate your department’s role or simply want more productive partnerships with business leaders\, this chat will provide actionable strategies to enhance your stakeholder relationships. \nWhat you can expect: \n\nShifting the Conversation: Techniques for moving from tactical requests to strategic discussions\nEffective Needs Analysis: Questions that uncover the real business challenges behind training requests\nDemonstrating Value: How to communicate learning impact in language stakeholders understand\nManaging Expectations: Strategies for saying “no” constructively while maintaining relationships\n\n  \nJoin us on April 11\, 2025\, at 11am CST to share experiences and learn how to transform stakeholder relationships from transactional to transformational! \nRegister now and start positioning yourself as a strategic learning partner!\n  \nCan’t Make It In Person? No Worries\, We’ve Got Your Back! Register And Receive The Following:\n✅ Access to the Learning Rebels resource page with all the extra goodies \n✅ Copy of the video recording \n✅ Copy of the chatbox transcription \n✅ Copy of the full session transcript & summary \n✅ Additional resources such as books\, articles\, and handouts URL:https://www.learningrebels.com/event/beyond-order-taking-creating-meaningful-stakeholder-engagement/ CATEGORIES:Coffee Chat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.learningrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/LR_CoffeeChat_Wordpress_2024-81.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shannon Tipton":MAILTO:shannon@learningrebels-rbyh.wp1.sh END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250328T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250328T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T134109 CREATED:20250313T023113Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T023113Z UID:103367-1743159600-1743163200@www.learningrebels.com SUMMARY:Working with Subject Matter Experts DESCRIPTION:The Art of Working with Subject Matter Experts: Building Productive Partnerships\n  \n \n  \nYou know the scenario: you need to develop training on a complex topic\, but the subject matter experts (SMEs) who hold that critical knowledge are busy\, hard to engage\, or struggle to translate their expertise into learner-friendly content. It’s a common challenge faced by L&D professionals regardless of experience level. \nWorking effectively with SMEs isn’t just about extracting information—it’s about building relationships that transform technical expertise into impactful learning experiences. When these partnerships falter\, projects stall\, content quality suffers\, and frustration mounts on both sides. \nThat’s why this Coffee Chat is all about “The Art of Working with Subject Matter Experts: Building Productive Partnerships.”\nIn this coffee chat\, we’ll tackle the challenges of working with SMEs and share practical strategies for successful collaboration. We’ll explore how to establish clear roles\, facilitate knowledge extraction\, and maintain productive relationships throughout the development process. Whether you’re working with reluctant SMEs or managing those who want to include everything\, this session will equip you with approaches to navigate these partnerships effectively. \nWhat you can expect: \n\nSetting the Foundation: Strategies for establishing clear expectations and building rapport with SMEs from day one\nEffective Knowledge Extraction: Techniques for asking the right questions and getting beyond “the curse of knowledge”\nManaging Difficult Situations: Approaches for working with resistant\, overly technical\, or time-constrained SMEs\nMaintaining the Relationship: Tips for keeping SMEs engaged throughout the development process and for future projects\n\nJoin us on March 18\, 2025\, at 11am CST to share experiences and learn techniques for transforming SME relationships from challenging to collaborative! \n  \nRegister now and enhance your ability to work with SMEs to create truly effective learning!\n  \nCan’t Make It In Person? No Worries\, We’ve Got Your Back! Register And Receive The Following:\n✅ Access to the Learning Rebels resource page with all the extra goodies \n✅ Copy of the video recording \n✅ Copy of the chatbox transcription \n✅ Copy of the full session transcript & summary \n✅ Additional resources such as books\, articles\, and handouts URL:https://www.learningrebels.com/event/working-with-subject-matter-experts/ CATEGORIES:Coffee Chat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.learningrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/LR_CoffeeChat_Wordpress_2024-80.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shannon Tipton":MAILTO:shannon@learningrebels-rbyh.wp1.sh END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250314T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250314T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T134109 CREATED:20241217T183247Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241230T164541Z UID:90929-1741950000-1741953600@www.learningrebels.com SUMMARY:Building and Nurturing Your Professional Network DESCRIPTION:The “Building and Nurturing Your Professional Network” Coffee Chat\n \nYou’ve heard it time and again: a strong professional network is essential for career growth. But let’s face it\, between juggling work responsibilities and personal commitments\, finding the time and know-how to build and nurture a network often falls by the wayside.  \nYou’re not alone; many L&D professionals\, whether they’re newcomers or seasoned experts\, find themselves in the same boat. It’s not that you don’t recognize the value of networking; it’s that the practical steps to make it happen seem elusive or even overwhelming. \nThat’s why this Coffee Chat is all about “Building and Nurturing Your Professional Network. \nIn this coffee chat\, we will discuss the art of networking\, both in-person and virtually\, providing invaluable insights for L&D professionals. We’ll explore practical tips and techniques to build and maintain meaningful connections and discuss recommended practices to navigate the networking landscape confidently. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or new to the L&D field\, this chat will help equip you with the skills needed to expand your professional network strategically. \nWhat you can expect: \n\n Strategies for Effective Virtual Networking: Learn how to leverage digital platforms to create impactful connections.\n Strategies for In-Person Networking: Tips on making a lasting impression in face-to-face interactions and events.\n Building and Maintaining Connections: Guidance on nurturing professional relationships for long-term benefits.\n Building your elevator Pitch: Help people understand who you are\, what you do\, and how you can help them.\n\nRegister now and start building a network that supports your professional journey! \nCan’t Make It In Person? No Worries\, We’ve Got Your Back! Register And Receive The Following:\n✅ Access to the Learning Rebels resource page with all the extra goodies \n✅ Copy of the video recording \n✅ Copy of the chatbox transcription \n✅ Copy of the full session transcript & summary \n✅ Additional resources such as books\, articles\, and handouts URL:https://www.learningrebels.com/event/building-and-nurturing-your-professional-network-2/ CATEGORIES:Coffee Chat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.learningrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Feb-28-11am-CT.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shannon Tipton":MAILTO:shannon@learningrebels-rbyh.wp1.sh END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR