All the Rubble 🪨
Thoughts, ideas and musings on learning & beyond
L&Ds: Inspiring people is not your job. 🙅
Why L&Ds need to stop inspiring people and what they need to do instead!
Learners aren't the problem. We are.
There is a complaint I constantly hear from L&D teams: “Learners just aren't motivated anymore.”
Building a training is like building a campfire
You need kindling before logs. You need spark before it catches fire. Most training skips straight to the logs.
Training has become broccoli 🥦🥦
Say “We have training today” in an office or tell a child “We have broccoli today for dinner today” and you’ll get EXACTLY the same reaction…
Stop Gamifying, Start Diagnosing
Gamification doesn’t fix engagement. It treats the symptom, not the cause.
Stand out as an LxD
Ditch the cookie-cutter approach and discover how to cultivate your unique style as a learning experience designer.
End Learning Experiences with a Bang!
Beyond the Q&A: Elevate your learning experiences with impactful endings that inspire action and leave a lasting legacy.
Don't Lose Them at Hello: Captivating Learning Introductions
Just like a captivating book cover, a well-crafted introduction can make or break your learning experience.
How NOT To Design Learning Experiences
Prepare for a humorous journey through the world of terrible learning design!
The Invisible Work That Makes Learning Happen
Uncover the often-overlooked operational efforts behind successful learning experiences and empower designers to balance creativity with practicality.
Too Much to Learn, Too Little Time
Feeling overwhelmed by the endless stream of information and skills to learn? You're not alone.
Designing Engaging Experiences with a Cinematic Touch
Transform your learning experiences into captivating stories that engage, inspire, and leave a lasting impact.
Chess vs. Poker Learning
Uncomplicate learning by embracing the unpredictable, just like in poker.
Your LxD Roadmap: From Idea to Impact
Your ultimate guide to building a roadmap that transforms learning ideas into impactful experiences.