The L&D Challenges Podcast

In this interview, Adam speaks with Craig Hamill, Digital and Innovation Leading Lead, and Lyndsay Taylor, Head of L&D at Direct Line, 

Both Craig and Lyndsay have been working in L&D for 20 years; with their combined experience, they discuss what challenges and interventions have happened at Direct Line over the past few years. 

In this episode, Adam, Lyndsay and Craig discuss:
  1. The impact of COVID-19 - changing to digital learning overnight. 
  2. How L&D can help attract and retain employees in remote roles. 
  3. Why using multiple modalities to deliver learning can help engagement. 
  4. The importance of technology in L&D today. 
  5. Upskilling and reskilling existing team members to adapt to the new changes in the organisation. 
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Craig Hamill: https://www.linkedin.com/in/craig-hamill-flpi-mcipd-67769727/

What is The L&D Challenges Podcast?

The L&D Challenges Podcast: Elevate Your Learning Strategy, Empower Your Teams

Are you leading Learning and Development in your organisation and facing challenges like evolving skill demands, driving engagement in a hybrid workforce, or measuring the impact of your programs? The L&D Challenges Podcast is here to help.

In each episode, we take you "under the hood" to explore what L&D practitioners are doing right now. Hear directly from industry leaders, innovative practitioners, and experts as they share real-world insights and practical solutions to the most pressing issues in the field. Learn what’s working, what’s not, and how to apply these lessons in your own organisation.

From scaling training programs to fostering a culture of continuous learning, we deliver actionable strategies that empower your teams, enhance your leadership capabilities, and keep you ahead in today’s fast-paced business environment.

Whether you’re an L&D manager, business partner, or director, this podcast is your guide to building agile, impactful learning experiences that drive results.