Diary of a Chief Learning Officer | Driving Business Transformation through People with Rob Lauber

This week I chatted with a long-time friend and fellow Chief Learning Officer alumni and our conversation did not disappoint. We brought our shared experiences together to share insights, reflections, and some behind-the-scenes tales from our time in the trenches.We delved into the art of building meaningful vendor partnerships and the criticality of staying perpetually curious in a fast-paced industry. Throughout the conversation, we tackled the nuances of strategic partnerships and how to truly be a business ally, not just a function. The depth of our discussion went beyond the traditional realms, touching on the broader implications of strategic decisions and the impact they have on businesses at large.Whether you're in the heart of strategic decision-making or just passionate about driving impactful change in your organization, this conversation is a goldmine. Dive in for a fresh perspective, rich insights, and a dash of our combined experience. Trust me, you won't want to miss this deep dive. Tune in now! Read my top takeaways and reflections on this episode here: https://open.substack.com/pub/christopherlind/p/diary-of-a-chief-learning-officer **** Show Notes **** 0:00 - Introduction 3:01 - From Selling Credit Reports to Mcdonald's Executive 16:14 - Avoiding Order Taking 25:46 - From Objector to Advocate 35:35 - Self Awareness & Proactivity to Mitigate Disruption 42:51 - Changes in the Tech Landscape 49:21 - Innovative Simplicity 54:57 - Curiosity as a Strategic Skill