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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? This Coffee Chat is your chance to share: the good, the bad, and the brilliantly unexpected. Whether you're leading virtual sessions, live workshops, or ... Read more
Let’s talk about the thing we all feel but rarely say out loud: burnout. In 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 ... Read more
What if the missing piece in your learning program isn’t more content - it’s more curiosity? You 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 ... Read more
We like to think our learning designs are objective, fair, and grounded in evidence. However, 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. Here's the tricky bit: we all operate from mental frameworks shaped by our own experiences, ... Read more
Join L&D professionals for an honest conversation about designing learning experiences that create real impact, even when traditional metrics fall short.
Budget constraints. Tight deadlines. Limited tools. Time for some Scrappy Design! Most 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. This coffee chat takes a ... Read more
"Just turn the PowerPoint into an eLearning course." If only stakeholders knew... If 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. This coffee ... Read more
Remember when being good at developing elearning felt like enough? The 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. As we reflect on 2025 and look ahead to 2026, this coffee chat focuses on the skills that have ... Read more
It's that time of year again and our annual Coffee Chat holiday party is back! For 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 ... Read more
As 2025 comes to a close, it's time to reflect on what we've learned - both professionally and personally. Our 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 ... Read more
Time for the Learning Rebels annual Coffee Chat: Why SMART Goals Aren't Smart! Every 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 ... Read more
Get ready for the L&D Resource Swap 2026! This 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. ... Read more
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