Are you a new leader? As a new leader have you ever felt like you've been tossed out of an airplane with a faulty parachute? Do you design learning for new leaders and need some direction? If so then this week’s episode is for you! Join us as we chat with the incredibly insightful Pete Premenko, an expert in leadership development and author of "Elevating Potential." Pete shares his inspiring journey from a technology trainer at Kinko’s to a leadership guru, offering invaluable insights on empowering new leaders. Tune in to learn from Pete's experiences and elevate your potential as a leader! 

• Empowering New Leaders: Proven strategies to support and develop new leaders, ensuring they’re set up for success from day one. 

• Ethical Leadership: The vital role of ethics in leadership and how it shapes a positive, productive workplace.

• Minimizing Scrap Learning: Techniques to ensure every training session translates into actionable, real-world skills.

Pete Premenko’s Website

Book: Elevating Potential: A Guide To Developing Emerging Leaders Available Here 

Hold on to your headphones as the Fabulous Learning Nerds celebrate a monumental milestone – our 100th episode! We're rolling out the red carpet for this spectacular event, packed with surprises, guest appearances, and a brand-new segment that will blow your mind. Join hosts Scott, Dan, and Zeta as they take you on a thrilling journey through the most valuable feedback they've received, revealing how impact and value have shaped their work. 

Special Guests: 

• Julia Phelan (Ep. 49 - The Secret Syllabus and more!)

• Glenn Brumley (Ep. 14 - Creative Openers)

• Joey Acklin (Ep. 66 - Winter Roundtable)

• Jared Ramler (Ep. 84 - Clarity in Leadership)

• John Lathbury (Ep. 11 - Let’s talk about Data)

• Sam VanTassel (our man in the chair)

Join us as they share their latest adventures and breakthroughs as well as a special shoutout to Abby Dawson for her significant contributions to the podcast. The episode wraps up with a fun debate – is "Back to the Future" or "Galaxy Quest" the more perfect movie? Tune in to hear their takes and join the conversation!💥 Get ready for an episode filled with laughter, learning, and a whole lot of nerdy fun. Hit play and celebrate 100 episodes with us! 💥 

Get ready for an inspiring journey into the art of storytelling with our special guest, Kabrina Ashley. In this episode, we dive deep into how storytelling can transform your personal and professional life. Kabrina shares her wealth of knowledge on connecting through stories, whether in business, leadership, or everyday encounters.

• Human Connection: Authentic stories resonate more deeply than any "bro marketing" tactics. 

• Everyday Stories: The small moments in life can be powerful storytelling tools. Keep a story library to capture and utilize these moments.

• Personal Branding: Use platforms like LinkedIn to share your stories, engage with others, and build your professional network.

Kabrina Ashley is a dynamic speaker, corporate trainer, and storytelling expert. With a background that includes corporate training at Disney and a double major in Business and Communications, Kabrina has crafted a career helping professionals and businesses tell their stories more effectively. She specializes in creating content that connects and converts, offering courses and workshops through her platform, Mic Drop Message. Kabrina is also the host of the Top Shelf Creator podcast, where she explores the creator economy and provides invaluable insights for entrepreneurs and influencers.

Get ready for another enlightening and entertaining episode of the Fabulous Learning Nerds! Join us as we explore the transformative power of expectations in the learning process. Whether you're a seasoned educator, a curious learner, or someone just looking to better understand the dynamics of growth, this episode is packed with insights, laughs, and valuable takeaways. 

• The Pygmalion Effect: Higher expectations from teachers and trainers can significantly boost learner performance.

• SMART Goal Setting: Clear, challenging, and achievable goals are essential for driving growth and development.

• Supportive Environment: A supportive and safe classroom climate creates space for better practice, timely feedback, and reflection.

So listen in as we take a fun and informative journey breaking down the science and strategies behind effective learning and expectations.

Join the Fabulous Learning Nerds as they discuss the essential elements of the "Professional Toolkit." This episode focuses on the unspoken, yet crucial soft skills that professionals need to thrive in today's dynamic work environments. 

• Interpersonal Communication:  Learn why mastering communication is critical for success in any corporate environment.

• Professionalism: Practical tips for using digital tools like Grammarly to write like a pro. 

• Problem-Solving and Adaptability: Discover the role of adaptability in navigating the modern workplace and how problem-solving skills can be developed and encouraged within teams.

From interpersonal communication to problem-solving, the Nerds discuss how these skills influence daily work life and explore strategies for their development and mastery.