I'm not sure if anyone else is seeing it, but it feels like I can't read more than 2 sentences on any L&D post/article/blog without someone talking about AI (just like I'm doing now😂). Is it just my algorithm, or is this everywhere, like it seems? I just want to read about a good training analysis or a new teaching method. I don't need to hear about how AI creates cool infographics... Rant complete.

I've used Plateau and wasn't a huge fan. Do you have one you really like?

I saw this on another platform and thought I would share here too. At first glance, it looks like it put's L&D at the lowest priority. However, I think it shows more: 70% of learning is done on-the-job. I really don't think many people would argue this point. This allows people to take experiences and knowledge and directly apply it in real time to their work. 20% of learning is done through mentoring and peer discussions. Again, I think this is valid. A mentor can make the difference between a good employee and an excellent employee. 10% of learning is from formal training. My ego wants this higher, but it's probably accurate. People don't retain 100% of the stuff we teach and if they are sitting in training, they aren't doing their jobs that support the company bottom line. All this is to say that it's the training program that builds the framework for the whole pyramid. Without the formal training program, the mentors have no direction and the OJT can easily devolve into bad habits and shortcuts. That's why L&D matters. It's not just the content in the classroom, but the whole picture of learning at an organization!

Taking a break from the usual L&D stuff, what is your go-to "most important meal of the day"?

I grew up with ADDIE, so objectives are part of my religion. Proper writing, structure, verbs, etc…. However, I’ve recently seen some trends where IDs are moving away from them. I personally feel like they matter (I could just be brainwashed), but I would love to hear your opinions/experiences with using them!