About the podcast
Welcome to Learning Leader Spotlight: Interviews with corporate L&D leaders — the podcast where we learn from leading minds in the L&D space.
Each week, we’ll dive into the details of what it takes to thrive in learning and development, as guests from different corporate contexts and sectors share their expertise and experience.
If you’re dedicated to staying on top of optimized growth, transformative industry technologies and all things training, then this is the show for you.
About your host
Leigh Anne Lankford is a dynamic entrepreneur with a proven track record of success in the corporate learning and development space. Beginning her career with a passion for corporate L&D innovation, Leigh Anne honed her skills as an instructional designer and learning strategist at renowned companies, where she orchestrated impactful training programs that empowered countless professionals.
Driven by her entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to excellence, Leigh Anne ventured into the realm of consulting and then to helping consultants find great projects at TrainingPros. Today, Leigh Anne is president and owner of TrainingPros where her mission is to make finding quality consultants easy.
Beyond her professional pursuits, Leigh Anne lives life outside of the lines. From walking on fire to rappelling down buildings, she lives by the mantra, “playing it safe isn’t good enough.” In her 30+ years as a Learning and Development practitioner, thought-leader, mother, and now business owner, Leigh Anne has always pushed boundaries and done things her way.
Join Leigh Anne on Learning Leader Spotlight as she explores the evolving landscape of corporate learning, delving into innovative approaches and emerging trends with some of the most influential leaders in the field.
What to expect in show format and questions
Engaging conversations with L&D leaders in which we keep up-to-date with leading insights, trends and lessons from the world of learning and development.
Who is the audience of the show?
Anyone immersed in the learning industry or trying to break into the learning industry, across professions and vocational sectors.
Anyone in a decision-making position in the training department of their company.
How long is each episode?
Your recording session will be 60 minutes so that we have adequate time for tech checks and topic alignment before recording.
The final episode will be ~25 minutes long.
Is the show audio or video?
The show is primarily audio, although we do record video when possible for YouTube and social media clips. It would be great to have you on camera, if possible. If not, no worries and we can focus on only recording audio.
How to prepare for your interview:
Use your computer - Please use your computer for recording, not your phone. This will ensure we have the best quality possible.
Google Chrome is preferred - If possible, please have Google Chrome open during the interview. This enables us to record an audio backup of the interview. If you don’t have Google Chrome, it’s ok, but it’s preferred.
Remove distractions - Please be in a quiet area where you will not be disturbed and silence all notifications on your computer and mobile device.
Audio quality - Please use the best microphone you have available. If you do not have a microphone then use at minimum a pair of earbuds or a headset. This ensures the best audio quality for the listener.
Raise your webcam to eye level (you can stack your computer on top of books if needed).
Ensure that the light is in front of you and not behind you. If you have a window, set your computer with the window behind your computer screen so there is adequate light on your face.