Hiring in L&D? Three Things to Look for in Your Next Job Candidate

Learning for Good | L&D Solutions and Leadership Development for Nonprofit Organizations

I see a lot of L&D job descriptions and they usually include things like communication skills, project management skills, knowledge of learning design principles, and more. And while these are skills that you certainly do use as an L&D pro, what actually helps you hit the ground running?

In this episode, I’m sharing three not-so-obvious skills or characteristics that actually make people successful in L&D roles.
▶️ Hiring in L&D? Three Things to Look for in Your Next Job Candidate
▶️ Key Points:
02:25 Typical L&D job descriptions
03:15 Three characteristics that make people successful in L&D roles
08:23 How to discover these characteristics in the interview process
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Learning for Good is the podcast for nonprofit leaders seeking practical L&D solutions. Hosted by Heather, an experienced consultant, we dive into leadership development, instructional design, change management, and staff management strategies tailored to nonprofit organizations.
Discover how to implement impactful learning solutions, foster belonging, and influence senior leaders. Each episode provides the tools you need to confidently navigate high-level conversations and drive meaningful change within your organization.
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