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In this special bonus episode of the Talent Development Leader podcast, we’re joined by renowned Harvard Business School professor and bestselling author, Amy C. Edmondson—the Novartis Professor of Leadership and Management and a keynote speaker at ATD25 in Washington, D.C. this May.

Amy shares powerful insights from her latest book, The Right Kind of Wrong: The Science of Failing Well. She explores why failure is so difficult for many, identifying aversion, confusion, and fear as core barriers. She breaks down the concept of intelligent failure and offers practical strategies for learning from setbacks, building resilience, and fostering cultures where thoughtful risk-taking is encouraged.

Guest host Jennifer Homer, ATD’s vice president of career development, leads this thoughtful conversation, which builds on Amy’s groundbreaking work on psychological safety and its critical role in talent development.

In a world of constant disruption and rapid change, how can leaders and organizations build resilience, adaptability, and success? In this episode of ATD's Talent Development Leader, Karen Hough, Founder & CEO of ImprovEdge, explores the intersection of improvisation, neuroscience, and business strategy to help talent development leaders thrive through uncertainty. Uncover practical strategies for fostering agility, embracing the unexpected, and leading with confidence. From real-world success stories to actionable insights, this podcast is your guide to navigating change with creativity, resilience, and a “Yes, And” mindset.

In today’s world of work, leadership demands more than just vision—it requires courage. In this episode of ATD's Talent Development Leader podcast, Angela Cheng-Cimini, an accomplished HR leader with three decades of experience across industries, and currently the fractional Head of HR for The Chronicle of Philanthropy, describes the concept of organizational courage. Angela explains what courage looks like in the workplace, how it differs from psychological safety, and why it’s a critical skill for today’s leaders. Tune in to learn actionable strategies to cultivate courage, key behaviors of courageous organizations, and surprising insights from Angela's latest research.

In this episode of ATD's Talent Development Leader podcast, Julio Zelaya, an Amazon bestselling author, EdTech innovator, and business transformation leader, describes the evolving role of AI in education, the latest trends in learning technologies, and strategies for talent development leaders to scale personalized learning in today’s dynamic workforce. Julio shares insights from his research at the University of Pennsylvania, his work at The RBL Group, and his experience co-founding EdTech ventures like Escolaris and Bright Domino. Listen to learn about the ethical considerations of AI-driven learning, the impact of emerging technologies on organizational development, and the groundbreaking Talent Development Executive Certificate program he’s co-facilitating with ATD and University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education.

In this episode of ATD's Talent Development Leader podcast, Amii Barnard-Bahn, a former Fortune 5 executive and CHRO, and a consultant and coach to the C-Suite, talks about imposter phenomenon. She explains the history of imposter phenomenon and describes a helpful tool to diagnose it. Learn what it feels like to experience imposter phenomenon and how to distinguish it from low self-esteem or low-confidence. And gain practical tips for taming your inner critic, embracing normal self-doubts, and taking advantage of discomfort to learn and grow.

In this episode of ATD's Talent Development Leader podcast, Lou Tedrick, Vice President of Global Learning & Development at Verizon, explains how she has seen the learning & development and talent leadership roles evolve over her career, and what she predicts for the future of the profession. She describes lessons learned and insights gained as she embarks on a new chapter in her career. And she offers practical advice to listeners who aspire to lead talent development in their organizations.

The Global Curiosity Institute’s purpose is to empower individuals, organizations, and society to unlock their full potential through a relentless pursuit of learning, discovery, and innovation. In this episode of ATD's Talent Development Leader podcast, two Global Curiosity Institute fellows, Stefaan van Hooydonk and Hilary Lichterman, unpack the concept of curiosity and its connection to learning. Discover what great companies do to create curious employees and culture. Uncover an assessment for measuring curiosity on individual, team, and organizational levels. And learn how to grow your own curiosity muscle for gains in your personal and professional endeavors.

In this episode of ATD's Talent Development Leader podcast, Charlie Gilkey, bestselling author and founder of Productive Flourishing, unveils 8 habits for ultimate team effectiveness. He addresses critical topics like belonging and well-being, change management, and organizational transformation—and explains how healthy team dynamics are critical for all. Learn how to lead your team toward greater harmony, engagement, and results by modeling and reinforcing good habits.