Episode 7

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27th Oct 2020

Kris Reynolds (Gitlab) - Beyond Enablement: Operationalized Learning in a Rapidly Changing Environment

My guest this week is enablement guru Kris Reynolds who has vast experience and is currently the Field Enablement Manager at GitLab.

In this conversation, we talk about:

  • A definition for “enablement”, which often means different things to different people, and why it matters so much
  • The importance of practical application of learning “in the wild”
  • How to empower learners with the skills they need to thrive in their roles
  • How to identify the skills team members need for success
  • Moving from “monolithic” training to “just-in-time” training
  • The role of collaboration in building a workplace culture, particularly in a fully remote company
  • Gitlab’s iterative approach to learning development in an “always-on culture”
  • How agility is the name of the game in a rapidly changing environment
  • Hiring for “value-fit as opposed to “culture-fit”

Reach out Kris on LinkedIn to connect!

To get in touch with me, Simon Behan, reach out on LinkedIn or email me at simon.behan@sureskills.com

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Simon Behan

Learning is the thread that runs through my personal and professional passions. I believe continuous learning and growth is the key to a fulfilling and rewarding life.

As a Learning and Content Specialist at SureSkills, I work with the teams across our entire business (from digital content development to competency-based learning to learning technology support) to make sure our services are meeting our clients where they are. That means staying on top of current trends in the industry, building relationships with leaders who experience these trends on a daily basis, and continuing to learn and grow myself.

As the host of the SureSkills Learn to Grow Podcast, I interview leaders in learning about their experience first-hand helping people and organizations reach their potential. We discuss top trends including learning technology, the role of learning cultures, and the foundations of a successful learning experience.