Imagine, which I know a lot of you can, juggling ten balls at once: you’re not just the instructional designer; you’re also the graphic designer, eLearning developer, project manager, business owner, consultant, HR rep, and sometimes even the IT helpdesk. This...

Creating effective and engaging training programs is no small feat. Whether you’re developing content for in-person instruction, virtual training, or eLearning, challenges can arise at every turn. The ADDIE model—Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and...

Hey there, avid readers and lifelong learners! It’s that cozy time of year when we're all bundling up and maybe thinking about the books we want to dive into next year. Whether it's for personal enjoyment or professional growth, finding the right books can be a true...

As the year draws to a close, many employees face mounting workloads, tight deadlines, and pressure to achieve year-end goals. This period can be particularly taxing, as the desire for rest during the holiday season conflicts with workplace demands. Let’s explore the...

As an expert instructional designer, crafting visually appealing learning materials is essential to engage learners and enhance knowledge retention. In the digital age, learners are bombarded with information from countless sources, making it more important than ever...

When I was 16, my best friend passed away in a car accident on her way home from work. It was a devastating event that changed my life. This tragedy uncovered a long-time battle I had been having with depression and altered the trajectory of my mental health journey....

As an instructional designer and virtual meeting facilitator, I know the power of creating spaces where teams can connect and collaborate, even from a distance. With remote and hybrid work models becoming the norm, virtual holiday parties have emerged as more than...

AI has exploded this past year, and its impact on the learning and development community evolves every day. I want to take you on a quick journey back to the early 2000s when LMSs began to dominate the learning and development market. I remember going to expos at...

When creating effective training programs, instructional designers face the challenge of aligning content with learner needs, organizational goals, and measurable outcomes. This is where conducting a needs analysis comes in, serving as a foundational step in...

Attending a conference can be an enriching experience, packed with new ideas, knowledge, and opportunities for connection. However, once the event wraps up, it's common to feel overwhelmed by the volume of information. Often, after the initial excitement fades,...

Creating transformational training for learners is a goal every instructional designer strives to achieve. The ability to craft training that not only imparts knowledge but also fosters real change is the hallmark of an exceptional learning experience.  Last week I...

What is stopping you from creating a course? Overwhelm and the fear of the unknown, doubting your expertise, fear of failure, tech overwhelm, perfectionism, time?  YEP! Me too. And, heck, I am an instructional designer…I know how to create a course! Right?!! But for a...