Becoming Strategic Business Partners: Insights from Jess Almlie
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In this episode of the Human Capital Lab podcast, host Rich Douglas converses with Jess Almlie, an experienced talent developer and the founder of Learning Business Advisory Consulting. Jess shares her professional journey, highlighting her transition from various roles in talent development to leading her own consulting business. She emphasizes the importance of being a proactive business partner rather than an order taker, and discusses her consulting strategies that focus on learning, leadership development, and technical training. Jess also explains the significance of effective collaboration, measurement, and continuous learning within talent development. The episode offers valuable insights for talent developers aiming to enhance their strategic impact and partnership with businesses.
00:27 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:51 Jess Almlie 's Career Journey
02:19 Consulting Focus and Strategy
06:33 Challenges in Talent Development
09:51 Proactive Leadership and Collaboration
23:54 Practicing Collaboration Within Teams
24:15 Awareness and Communication in Talent Development
27:05 Shifting Mindsets for Effective Measurement
30:26 Curiosity and Business Savvy in Evaluation
35:08 Developing Talent Developers
37:54 Final Thoughts and Key Takeaways
40:06 Conclusion and Contact Information
Connect with the Guests;
- Jess Almlie :
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessalmlie/
Connect with Human Capital Lab;
- Host: Rich Douglas
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rich-douglas-92b71b52/
Human Captial Lab Links
- Website: https://humancapitallab.org/
- Interested in Being a Guest? https://humancapitallab.org/podcast/
This is a Growth Network Podcasts production.
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