• Why do companies claim they can’t find the right people when thousands are applying for jobs?
• How are hiring filters and unrealistic job descriptions keeping great talent out?
• What’s the deal with professional development? If companies offer time and money, why aren’t people using it?
• Should professional and personal development be separate—or are they more connected than we think?

• Break down the barriers to effective professional development.
• Discover why taking ownership of your growth is more important than ever.
• Explore how companies can truly support learning instead of just checking a box.
• Get inspired to rethink how we approach career progression in L&D.

L&D Happy Hour with Shannon Tipton and Brent Schlenker: Personality Tests—Insights and Hot Takes!

Grab your favorite frosty adult beverage, hit that subscribe button, and join Shannon Tipton and Brent Schlenker for another episode of the L&D Happy Hour. This time, it’s all about personality assessments—the good, the bad, and the downright problematic.

Today, we’re diving headfirst into the world of personality assessments, uncovering their role in recruiting, corporate culture, and team-building. From DiSC and Myers-Briggs to their potential pitfalls, we’re asking the tough questions:

• Are personality assessments scientifically valid, or are they the corporate equivalent of horoscopes?
• How can assessments be misused to create stereotypes or fuel toxic workplace behaviors?
• When (if ever) do they add real value to hiring and coaching?

We also reflect on how automation, like AI-powered resume screening, has transformed the hiring process—not always for the better. With stories of frustrating recruitment practices, Shannon and Brent tackle the rise of ghosting, bait-and-switch job postings, and the erosion of humanity in human resources.

But don’t worry, it’s not all doom and gloom! Shannon and Brent share practical advice on what good leadership, coaching, and team-building look like without relying on assessments as a crutch.

So grab your drink, tune in, and get ready to:

• Unpack the Barnum Effect and why personality tests feel oddly accurate (hint: it’s not magic).
• Discover why hiring processes often miss the mark.
• Explore alternative approaches to building strong teams without boxing people in.
• Get real about the challenges facing L&D professionals in today’s job market.

And because it wouldn’t be Happy Hour without the Happy, here are our Frosty Adult Beverage (FAB) picks:

• Shannon: Grilled Pineapple Margarita, well balanced with a hint of smoky sweetness. Recipe: https://boulderlocavore.com/grilled-pineapple-margarita/
• Brent: A classic Old Fashioned with a twist: infused with orange bitters for that extra zing.

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Hosts: Shannon Tipton & Brent Schlenker

Podcast produced by: Obsidian Productions

L&D needs more energy, and so do our onboarding processes!

Listen in as Shannon Tipton and Deborah Harris, two L&D veterans, spill the tea (and maybe a little whiskey) on all things learning and development. No fluff, just real talk.

Today Deb and I are talking about the shocking state of onboarding and why organizations are so damn complacent about it.

So grab your beverage of choice and get ready to dive deep into the world of L&D with us!

• Explore why the L&D industry seems to have a wait-and-see mentality
• Discover why traditional onboarding methods are failing miserably
• Get our tips on how to create a truly engaging and effective onboarding experience
• Get inspired to transform your organization's approach to new hires

So let’s all belly up to the bar!

Check these resources:

24 Shocking Employee Onboarding Statistics in 2023, Oak Digital Workplace: https://www.oak.com/blog/employee-onboarding-statistics/

Onboarding Statistics for 2024, The Importance of the Process: https://teamstage.io/onboarding-statistics/

What Does Poor Onboarding Really Do To Your Team: https://www.businessnewsdaily.com/9936-consequences-poor-onboarding.html

Because it wouldn’t be a Happy Hour without the Happy, here are our recommendations for your Frosty Adult Beverage (FAB) of choice:

Deborah: Sunday Drive by Motherload Brewing! This beer is hop-derived and has notes of citrus, leading to a gentle malt body that ends in a crisp, dry finish.

Shannon: I cannot get this FAB out of my mind! Roasted Pineapple Margarita. With Summer in full-swing, it’s a must-try! https://boulderlocavore.com/grilled-pineapple-margarita/