Despite a lack of scientific evidence, the concept of learning styles — the idea that individuals learn best through a particular format like visual, auditory or kinesthetic — continues to be one of the most persistent myths in corporate training.

In this episode of The Business of Learning, we sat down with Tom Whelan, Ph.D., director of corporate research at Training Industry, to learn more about the learning styles myth — and what the research actually says about how we learn.

Tune in now to hear the conversation, where we discuss:

• Why the learning styles myth has persisted over time, despite a lack of research.
• Training Industry’s research on learner preferences — and why a multimodal approach is key.
• How to adapt your programs if you’ve traditionally designed training around learning styles.

Despite strides toward gender equity, women in the workplace continue to encounter systemic challenges that hinder their career progression. While representation in executive roles has improved over the past decade — rising from 17% to 29% of C-suite positions, according to McKinsey — women, particularly those from underrepresented backgrounds, remain significantly outnumbered.

In this episode of The Business of Learning, we spoke with Neha Trivedi, CPTM, HR director, learning and development and talent development at Alight Solutions, to learn more about how L&D can help support women’s career growth.

Tune in now to hear the conversation, where we discuss:

• Real-world examples of programs that have had an impact on women’s career growth.

• The importance of coaching, mentoring and sponsorship opportunities.

• Partnering with HR and other business units to create comprehensive development strategies, ensure equitable access to leadership opportunities and embed inclusive practices across the organization.

Organizations outsource training projects or processes for various reasons, including gaining access to specialized expertise, scaling programs efficiently and freeing up internal resources.

Selecting the right training provider is the first step to ensuring a successful partnership, but success doesn’t stop there. Building a strong relationship between providers and buyers is essential for delivering learning solutions that align with business needs.

In this episode of The Business of Learning, we sat down with Kelly Lake, chief strategy and innovation officer at Sweetrush, and Tiffany Vojnovski , CPTM, senior learning strategist at SweetRush.

Tune in now for their insights on:

• Questions to ask when selecting a training vendor.
• Communication and feedback strategies for effective partnerships.
• Measuring the success of partnerships with training providers.