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Renegade Marketers UniteBuilding High-Performance Marketing Teams When CMOs invest in growing their people, they grow their impact. And with the right coaching strategies in place, they ensure their teams not only keep pace with industry changes, but also drive innovation and set new standards. In this illuminating episode, join host Drew Neisser as he welcomes three exceptional CMOs to share their insights on nurturing high-performing teams: Michelle Boockoff-Bajdek of IDG (previously CMO of Skillsoft) Katie McAdams of Basis Technologies Marni Carmichael of Image Source, Inc. Discover how these leaders foster a culture of continuous learning, pro...2024-07-1952 min
The Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastUsing AI For Good: The Ethical and Responsible Usage of Generative AIWith great power comes great responsibility. In this groundbreaking era of technology, we find ourselves at a pivotal juncture. The advancements in artificial intelligence, particularly GenAI, have propelled us forward, giving us capabilities that can feel straight out of a sci-fi novel. But rather than fearing AI and all of its capabilities, we need to understand it. On this episode of The Edge, our host Michelle Boockoff-Bajdek is joined by artificial intelligence ethicist and edtech entrepreneur, Ben Roome. Together they discuss the importance of fairness, accountability, and transparency when working with AI, and how companies can ensure that they...2023-12-1832 min
The Agile Brand with Greg Kihlström®: Expert Mode Marketing Technology, AI, & CXReskilling & upskilling for Generative AI with Michelle Boockoff-Bajdek, SkillsoftIn the ever-evolving landscape of work, where AI permeates our daily routines, it is imperative for teams at every company, including marketers, to embrace technology like AI in order to thrive and maintain a competitive edge. By understanding and harnessing the potential of AI, marketers can propel their companies towards success, keeping them relevant and at the forefront of their respective industries.Today we’re going to talk about why marketers need to be comfortable and fluent in technology like generative AI to support their org’s marketing strategy, development, and execution, and how reskilling and upskilling play...2023-12-0444 minThe Agile Brand with Greg Kihlström®: Expert Mode Marketing Technology, AI, & CXReskilling & upskilling for Generative AI with Michelle Boockoff-Bajdek, SkillsoftIn the ever-evolving landscape of work, where AI permeates our daily routines, it is imperative for teams at every company, including marketers, to embrace technology like AI in order to thrive and maintain a competitive edge. By understanding and harnessing the potential of AI, marketers can propel their companies towards success, keeping them relevant and at the forefront of their respective industries.Today we’re going to talk about why marketers need to be comfortable and fluent in technology like generative AI to support their org’s marketing strategy, development, and execution, and how reskilling and upskilling play...2023-12-0444 minThe Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastBig Business for Big Change: Using the Intersection of Technology & Sustainability for GoodOver the past 30 or so years, big capitalism has been perceived as a force of massive destruction and chaos on the planet. But what if we told you that it could actually be used for good? Engaging with billons of people and companies around the planet to participate in reversing climate change can happen, and it must be done using auditable, transparent, trustworthy data ecosystems that are critical to igniting change.
We dive deeper into this topic on this episode of The Edge with Josh Knauer, a social and tech entrepreneur who fundamentally believes that there’s a v...2023-11-2943 min
Renegade Marketers UniteTuesday Tips: Unleash Your PR PotentialThis is a Tuesday Tips episode where you will hear host Drew Neisser, CMOs, and other B2B experts share their hard-earned wisdom and fresh marketing insights in a bitesize format. Featuring: Peter Finter, Michelle Boockoff-Bajdek, Jan Deahl, Michelle Gaines, Dean Nicolls, and Steven Nghe To see the video versions, follow Drew Neisser on LinkedIn or visit our YouTube channel—The Renegade Marketing Hub! And if you’re a B2B CMO, check out our thriving community: https://cmohuddles.com/2023-11-2802 minThe Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastBuilding a Trusted Organization: The Importance of Cybersecurity Learning for AllCreating a strong cybersecurity culture depends on continued investment in education. Whether your organization serves the consumer or other businesses, the vast amounts of data entrusted to your care are increasingly vulnerable to cyberattacks, and the success of your business depends on safeguarding that resource. So, when organizations invest time and effort to stay current with the latest cybersecurity practices, they are also investing in a safer and more trusted work culture.
We dive deeper into this topic on this episode of The Edge with Okey Obudulu, Chief Information Security Officer at Skillsoft. Join in as...2023-10-2733 min
Digital Marketing TodayDigital Marketing Today - Evergreen Content and Essential Tech Skills: Revamping Your Digital Marketing StrategyDescription: Tune in to the Digital Marketing Today podcast where seasoned industry experts discuss the latest digital marketing techniques and marketing innovations like SEO, EDMs, and digital ads on major platforms like Google and Meta. Our most recent segment takes a deep dive into the importance of evergreen content in your digital marketing strategy. Our hosts explore the long-lasting appeal and high engagement rates evergreen content consistently garners. Learn why such pieces are not simply regular content - but necessary instruments in maintaining steady traffic and conversions over time. We als...2023-10-0804 minThe Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastBehind and (Beyond) Prison Walls: The Transformative Power of Learning In the pursuit of leading inclusively, organizations must be willing to establish learning, development, and job opportunities for underrepresented populations. Incarcerated women is just one of many underrepresented populations rarely discussed, but who deserve a place at the forefront of the conversation surrounding Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI).
We explore this topic deeper in this episode of The Edge with Danna Tongate, the Head of Demand Generation at Televerde. Together, Danna and host Michelle Boockoff-Bajdek chat about how a corporate commitment to embracing DEI initiatives and Impact Sourcing can drive quantifiable results—a “win-win” for both employees and the...2023-09-2139 minThe Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastAligning Your People with Your Purpose to Build a High Performing Organization The foundation of every business is its people. Every organization has a diverse set of employees with different backgrounds, personalities, beliefs, and behaviors who all contribute to the organization’s success. However, achieving alignment among employees and instilling shared company values can often prove to be challenging.
In the wake of the pandemic, organizations are finding themselves increasingly compelled to establish meaningful connections with their employees, customers, and communities. One powerful way to achieving this connection is by fostering a cohesive team culture from within. In fact, it’s proven that alignment work can help significantly boost employe...2023-08-1843 min
The Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastCan Your Organization Do Well and Do the Right Thing? Organizations around the globe are being challenged to strike a balance between profitability and responsibility, particularly in the context of environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) programs. As ESG initiatives gain prominence, these organizations will continue to grapple with the task of defining and operationalizing their commitment to doing “the right thing” while ensuring profitability.
And even though CSR and ESG efforts tend to reflect a company’s values, values and financial success are not mutually exclusive. In fact, values-driven organizations often enjoy greater long-term success by building trust, fostering innovation, and attracting loyal stakeholders.
In this ep...2023-07-1441 min
The Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastThe Key to Retaining Top Talent: Leadership Engagement Today’s organizations are under intense pressure to uphold the new “social compact” between employers and employees built on mutual growth. But how can businesses retain top talent to create sustainable workforces? On this episode of The Edge, our host Michelle Boockoff-Bajdek is joined by Adrian Koehler, a leadership engagement expert and founding senior partner at the executive coaching firm, Take New Ground. Adrian shares his expert opinion on the passion and opportunity of becoming a great leader through transformative learning experiences. 2023-03-2055 min
Renegade Marketers UniteEngage Employees First – A Deep Dive into Employer Branding As the war for talent ebbs and flows, the need for a strong employer brand stands steadfast. An employer brand is the #1 way to give current employees a reason to stay, and to attract top talent looking for a fulfilling place to land. Enter CMOs Deidre Hudson (previously of Payability), Lynne Capozzi (retired from Acquia), and Michelle Boockoff-Bajdek of Skillsoft, here to share their insights into the ro2023-03-1045 min
Heartbeat For Hire with Lyndsay Dowd5: Softskills In Leadership with Michelle BBMichelle Boockoff-Bajdek is a Chief Marketing Officer, Speaker and Author. As CMO, Michelle leads Skillsoft’s global marketing. Her brand evangelism is building a vibrant community of passionate learners. With 25+ years experience, Michelle’s personal mission is supporting women’s advancement in business. Prior to Skillsoft, she served as CMO of IBM Watson and the global head of marketing for The Weather Company. A prolific speaker and podcast host, she’s authored countless papers, championed DEI through free “Leadercamps,” and taught courses on the Pink Pandemic and Public Speaking. She’s currently a driving force as Skillsoft becomes an industry leader...2023-03-0138 min
Marketing Today with Alan Hart347: The Business Benefits of Continued Education with Michelle Boockoff-Bajdek, CMO at SkillsoftIn this episode, Alan and Michelle discuss their mentors and role models, Michelle's priorities as CMO, and why hearing directly from customers helps her ensure Skillsoft is preparing today's workforce for tomorrow's economy. Michelle Boockoff-Bajdek is a big proponent of continual learning and believes development and growth should be accessible to all. She is passionate about making learning fun and gets to do just that as CMO at Skillsoft. As CMO she is responsible for leading the global marketing strategy and increasing demand for Skillsoft’s solutions by understanding people don't want to be marketed to, they wan...2023-01-1843 min
The Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastEthical Leadership: How to Do the Right Thing EverydayLeaders are required to make intentional decisions about what’s right and what’s wrong for their businesses. How can organizations ensure that their employees are set up for success in making ethical choices, but also empower them to speak up when things go awry? On this episode of The Edge, our host Michelle Boockoff-Bajdek is joined by Asha Palmer, Senior Vice President of Compliance Solutions at Skillsoft. Asha shares her expert opinion on how organizations can empower their employees to become ethical leaders by leading with emotional intelligence, actively listening, and accepting personal accountability. 2023-01-1042 min
The Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastEvolving at the Speed of Tech: Reporting on Today's Most In-Demand SkillsRecently, the talent shortage has sparked many conversations around the challenges of talent retention in the workplace, particularly among technical teams. As today’s top tech skills continue to evolve, how can leaders and organizations best equip their employees to succeed? On this episode of The Edge, our host Michelle Boockoff-Bajdek is joined by Zach Sims, the co-founder and CEO of Codecademy and General Manager of the Tech & Dev portfolio at Skillsoft. Zach shares his expert opinion on how organizations can tackle the talent shortage, upskill their workforces on the most in-demand and critical technical and leadership skills, and de...2022-12-1423 min
The Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastHow to Prepare for the Changing Economy: Assessing the Current Job Market and Talent ShortageAlthough we are not yet in a recession, layoffs and hiring freezes have insighted some fear that we may be headed that way. As these changes in the economy impact the workforce, how can employees and employers prepare? On this episode of The Edge, our host Michelle Boockoff-Bajdek is joined by Diana Ransom, an executive editor at Inc. who specializes in covering small businesses, entrepreneurship, and economic inflations and recessions. Diana shares her expert opinion on the changing state of the economy, its effect on the job market, and what we can all do now to weather what’s ah...2022-10-2623 min
The Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastThe Power of Reinvention: Filling the “Mom-Gap”Learning provides employees with the power to completely reinvent themselves. But how can we inspire the people around us to take the first steps towards making such a drastic life change? And how can we get started acquiring the new skills we need to be successful? On this episode of The Edge, our host Michelle Boockoff-Bajdek is joined by Nesha Pai, an award-winning author, a popular speaker, a determined mentor, and a passionate advocate for small businesses and stay-at-home moms. Nesha draws on her own experience and journey as a stay-at-home mom who reentered Corporate America. She was able...2022-10-0429 min
The Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastLeading with Emotional Intelligence Two years after Black Lives Matter and a wave of corporate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion programs, what progress have we made? And what must we focus on to continue the journey? On this episode of The Edge, our host Michelle Boockoff-Bajdek is joined by Simone Sloan, the founder of Your Choice Coach, a DEI consulting and executive coaching firm. Simone sheds some light on the current state of DEI initiatives and why it’s so important to cultivate emotional intelligence as we continue to “show up,” “do the work,” and transform in meaningful ways.2022-09-2142 min
The Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastThe Power of PersuasionWe have all been persuaded by someone or something at some point in our lives. And the ability to persuade is one of the most important power skills you can develop. But what makes persuasion work? The art of storytelling and innovative thinking promotes powerful persuasion, professionally or personally. On this episode of The Edge, our host Michelle Boockoff-Bajdek is joined by Neal Foard, President of the Passion Logic Project, and master storyteller. Neal shares his expert opinion on storytelling and the power of persuasion, highlighting his career in advertising and his fame as a TikTok influencer.2022-07-2045 minThe Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastThe Quiet Power of The Introverted Leader: An Episode for Introverts and Extroverts AlikeWe all know that diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is an important focus for many organizations right now, but inclusion for those who classify themselves as “introverts," isn’t always the most obvious subcategory within DEI. On this episode of The Edge, our host Michelle Boockoff-Bajdek is joined by Jennifer Kahnweiler, bestselling author and one of the top global leadership speakers on introversion in the workplace. Jennifer shares her expert opinion on the top leadership skills needed for introverts, and how organizations can create an introvert-friendly culture. jenniferkahnweiler.com2022-06-2340 min
The Edge: A Skillsoft Podcast Impactful Learning Starts with Purpose and Passion Most learning journeys follow a learner from awareness, to competency, to proficiency, and finally mastery. But, skills attainment can be taken to an entirely new level when driven by purpose and passion. On this episode of The Edge, our host Michelle Boockoff-Bajdek welcomes Antonia Forster, a Senior XR Technical Specialist at Unity. Antonia’s learning journey not only changed her life,but has enabled her to use technology in creative and impactful ways to support her advocacy work for women in tech and the LGBTQ+ community. 2022-06-0248 min
Renegade Marketers UniteTuesday Tips: Content MarketingThis is a Tuesday Tips episode where you will hear host Drew Neisser, CMOs, and other B2B experts share their hard-earned wisdom and fresh marketing insights in a bitesize format. To see the video versions, follow Drew Neisser on LinkedIn or visit our YouTube channel—The Renegade Marketing Hub! And if you’re a B2B CMO, check out our thriving community: https://cmohuddles.com/ Featuring: Katrina Klier of PROS, Shirley Macbeth of Forrester, Rebecca Stone of Cisco Meraki, Kevin Briody of Edmentum, Amy Messano of Altair, Suzanne Reed of LBMC, Michelle Boockoff...2022-05-3105 minThe Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastLearning’s New Deal: The Social Compact Between Employer and Employee Skillsoft’s The Edge is back for Season 3, and we’re kicking things off with a conversation around the social compact emerging between employer and employee in the modern workplace. Challenged by skills gaps, a war for talent, and the “great resignation,” employers are redefining their obligations to employees. Host Michelle Boockoff-Bajdek talks with Black Knight’s Rich Baker, Enterprise LMS Administrator, and Matthew Noto, Manager for Cybersecurity and White Hat, to uncover the secret to creating a robust learning program that serves both the organization's interests and the learning needs of employees.2022-04-2750 minThe Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastSkillsoft and Ellevate Network: Advancing Women at Work, Together In honor of Women’s History Month, host Michelle Boockoff-Bajdek sits down with Kristy Wallace, the CEO of Ellevate Network, a global community of women+ committed to fostering and promoting gender equality in the workplace. Together, Michelle and Kristy discuss how organizations can strive to support women+ in their careers, and how Skillsoft and Ellevate Network are working together to advance women+ in the workplace through our newly announced partnership. 2022-03-2253 min
Ellevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 299: Re-Examining Opportunities, with Michelle Boockoff-BajdekThis week, we sit down with Michelle Boockoff-Bajdek, Chief Marketing Officer of Skillsoft, to discuss finding purpose in our careers, making hard choices about company values, and Skillsoft's commitment to women in the workplace.2022-03-1550 minThe Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastThe Future of Work is Now: Cherie Hicks On this special season finale of The Edge, we invite two insightful leaders to discuss Skillsoft’s 2nd Annual Lean into Learning Report– uncovering learning trends and lessons from 2021, and what else is to come in 2022. In part two, we speak with Cherie Hicks, a Diversity and Inclusion Learning Leader at Trane Technologies, who shares how Trane Technologies has worked to overcome the gender gap through their Women in Action™ Leadership Development Program, powered by Skillsoft. 2022-02-2433 minThe Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastThe Future of Work is Now: Kristi HummelOn this special season finale of The Edge, we invite two insightful leaders to discuss Skillsoft’s 2nd Annual Lean into Learning Report – uncovering learning trends and lessons from 2021, and what else is to come in 2022. In part one, we sit down with Skillsoft’s Chief People Officer Kristi Hummel who shares her perspective on key findings from this year’s report related to building a culture of learning, maintaining and retaining talent, and upskilling employees. 2022-02-2433 minThe Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastCompetency is the New Currency Today, every company is a technology company – and so, an organization’s success depends on its ability to invest in technology-driven offerings, operations, and its people. On this episode we put a strong emphasis on the last component: people. As the rate and pace of change, particularly in technology fields, fails to abate, organizations that wish to thrive will need to focus on providing employees with critical training for in-demand skills. Jane Pitt, a Training Program Manager at Microsoft, joins The Edge to discuss why in the modern workforce, competency is the new currency. 2022-01-2556 minThe Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastThe Human Revolution: Celebrating Our True Selves On this episode we get vulnerable. We get real. We ask the question, who really are you? Known as the “British Oprah,” Jaz Ampaw-Farr, an International TEDx Speaker, Thought Leader, and Resilience Ninja, joins The Edge to share why we are in need of a “Human Revolution” – the next irritative of societal transformation where we must reframe our thinking to be human-first in order to showcase our true, authentic selves. The enduring message: you are good enough. 2021-12-1451 minThe Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastPerforming Like a Pit Crew Off the RacetrackPit crew coaches and co-founders of DECK Leadership, Mike Metcalf and Shaun Peet, know what it takes to create high-achieving teams on and off the racetrack. Drawing on their 10 years of NASCAR experience, Mike and Shaun highlight the unexpected parallels between effective teams in the pit crew department and within business. And while speed is the currency of business today, as Mike and Shaun demonstrate, allowing ourselves the time and space to think is key to winning in a performance-driven profession.2021-11-2942 minThe Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastGrowth and Development: The Difference Between Losing and Maintaining Talent Technology is modernizing and evolving faster than we have ever seen before. As a result, IT professionals and companies are scrambling to play catch up in an industry that’s growing and changing every single day. Host Michelle Boockoff-Bajdek sits down with Michael Yoo, Customer Market Leader for Skillsoft’s Technology and Developer Portfolio, and Angie Okamoto, Vice President of Product for Global Knowledge to discuss key findings from Skillsoft’s Global Knowledge 2021 IT Skills and Salary Report, uncovering what organizations can do to overcome IT skills gaps. The short answer? Companies must invest in the growth and development of their IT talent in order to k2021-11-1636 minThe Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastDeveloping Tomorrow’s Leaders Today: The Role of Coaching and Mentoring (Part 2)Part 2: October 27th marks National Mentoring Day: a day to celebrate coaches, mentors, and those who help us achieve professional and personal growth. Here at Skillsoft, we believe in the transformative power of mentorship and coaching and recognize the role these will play in the future of leadership development for those at all levels. To highlight this, host Michelle Boockoff-Bajdek, is joined by two professionals in the mentoring and coaching space – Caroline Taylor, former CMO for IBM’s Global Markets, and Beth Egan, an Executive Coach and Masterclass Speaker.2021-10-2736 minThe Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastDeveloping Tomorrow’s Leaders Today: The Role of Coaching and Mentoring (Part 1)Part 1: October 27th marks National Mentoring Day: a day to celebrate coaches, mentors, and those who help us achieve professional and personal growth. Here at Skillsoft, we believe in the transformative power of mentorship and coaching and recognize the role these will play in the future of leadership development for leaders at all levels. To highlight this, host Michelle Boockoff-Bajdek, is joined by two professionals in the mentoring and coaching space – Caroline Taylor, former CMO for IBM's Global Markets, and Beth Egan, an Executive Coach and Masterclass Speaker.2021-10-2747 minThe Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastPutting Action into DEI: Stephanie WadeOn this two-part episode, we discuss a movement that’s been at the forefront over the past year: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). While 2020 brought an influx of knowledge and awareness to DEI, this is only the first step. So where do we go from here? To help answer this question, we invite two individuals who recently shared their stories to make Skillsoft’s new DEI courses so personal and powerful. The views expressed by guests are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the view of Skillsoft. 2021-10-1937 minThe Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastPerspectives Unleashed: 2021 RecapDid you attend Skillsoft’s Perspectives Unleashed? If not, we’re here to catch you up on what you missed! Host Michelle Boockoff-Bajdek is joined by colleague and Skillsoft’s CRO, Eric Stine, to recap Perspectives 2021, Skillsoft’s annual learning event. Drawing thousands of attendees from around the globe and tackling key topics like the future of work and skills transformation, Michelle and Eric share all you need to know about this year’s Perspectives event. 2021-09-3040 minThe Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastPutting Action into DEI: TaChelle Lawson On this two-part episode, we discuss a movement that’s been at the forefront over the past year: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). While 2020 brought an influx of knowledge and awareness to DEI, this is only the first step. So where do we go from here? To help answer this question, we invite two individuals who recently shared their stories to make Skillsoft’s new DEI courses so personal and powerful. The views expressed by guests are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the view of Skillsoft. 2021-09-1739 minThe Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastReturn to Work - Going Beyond Unlocking Your DoorsOver the past year and a half organizations who transitioned to a remote work model amid the pandemic have grappled with how to successfully prepare their employees for a return to physical workspaces when the time is right – but it’s not as simple as just unlocking the doors. Martin Falkenberg, CHRO of SUEZ North America, shares how their organization, a business that was deemed an essential service, implemented a return-to-work plan that ensured the health and safety of their employees throughout the pandemic. We also invite a special guest to provide their expertise on the topic.2021-08-2729 minThe Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastReturn to Work – Going Beyond Unlocking Your DoorsOver the past year and a half organizations who transitioned to a remote work model amid the pandemic have grappled with how to successfully prepare their employees for a return to physical workspaces when the time is right – but it’s not as simple as just unlocking the doors. Martin Falkenberg, CHRO of SUEZ North America, shares how their organization, a business that was deemed an essential service, implemented a return-to-work plan that ensured the health and safety of their employees throughout the pandemic. We also invite a special guest to provide their expertise on the topic.2021-08-2729 min
The Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastHow to Build a True Learning CultureJoin us for part two of The Edge’s second season kick-off with our guest Ben Sieke, Director of Talent Development and Learning for Delta Dental of California and affiliates. Ben provides insight into the complexities involved in building a culture of learning within an organization, reflecting on the importance of infrastructure, mindsets, and relationships. In a spirited conversation with The Edge host, Michelle Boockoff-Bajdek, Ben also shares how fellow leaders can look to encourage this culture among their workforces.2021-07-2920 minThe Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastWinning Customers’ Hearts and Minds Through Power SkillsThe Edge is back and bolder than ever with our first guest of Season 2, Ben Sieke, Director of Talent Development and Learning for Delta Dental of California and affiliates. In this first episode, Ben shares how the organization developed a customized learning program for its customer service representatives. The goal? Deliver innovation to the human side of the customer experience, by building reps’ skills in areas such as problem-solving. The outcome? Reinvigorate the contact center to not only meet, but go above and beyond customers’ expectations—leading to increased customer satisfaction and net promoter ratings. 2021-07-1323 minThe Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastWomen in Exodus: Reversing the Pandemic’s Unjust Effects – Part 3We’ve returned to finish the conversation we started in our special miniseries of The Edge, “Women in Exodus: Reversing the Pandemic’s Unjust Effects.” In our final episode, we talk all about solutions. Join us, as Dr. Tan Morales, Global Vice President of Talent Transformation for Equifax, and Merary Simeon, Vice President of Diversity & Engagement at PepsiCo, share their expertise on empowering women to advocate for themselves and forge new career pathways.2021-04-2033 minThe Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastWomen in Exodus: Reversing the Pandemic’s Unjust Effects Part 2In part one of our special miniseries, our Skillsoft leaders painted a clear picture: the pandemic has unfairly led to millions of women to leave the global workforce. But the question remains, how do we combat this issue? In this second episode, our team of five female Skillsoft leaders returns, digging deeper into the solutions. Recognizing that it will take collective effort to rise to the challenge and reshape what the future looks like, these leaders share their recommendations for how we can start to enable and empower women on a global scale. To close out their discussion, our leaders...2021-03-0530 minThe Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastWomen in Exodus: Reversing the Pandemic’s Unjust Effects Part 1While COVID-19 has caused a global health pandemic, its economic shockwaves have induced another crisis: the mass exodus of women from the global workforce. The economic impact of COVID-19 on women as a group has been manifold: disproportionate rates of job loss, greater complexity of workload, increased unpaid care work, and less out-of-home care support, to name a few. On this first part of “Women in Exodus: Reversing the Pandemic’s Unjust Effects,” a special miniseries of The Edge, five of Skillsoft’s female leaders come together to paint a picture of the pandemic-era challenges that women workers are facing.2021-03-0527 minThe Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastWomen in Exodus: Reversing the Pandemic’s Unjust Effects – Part 2In part one of our special miniseries, our Skillsoft leaders painted a clear picture: the pandemic has unfairly led to millions of women to leave the global workforce. But the question remains, how do we combat this issue? In this second episode, our team of five female Skillsoft leaders returns, digging deeper into the solutions. Recognizing that it will take collective effort to rise to the challenge and reshape what the future looks like, these leaders share their recommendations for how we can start to enable and empower women on a global scale. To close out their discussion, our leaders...2021-03-0530 minThe Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastThe Edge: “Safety First” – The New Motto for All This week we share with you the last episode of Season One of The Edge. Alison Cowan, of Brunswick Corporation, shares insight on how the organization navigated a safe return-to-work plan amid COVID-19, while continuing to nurture the development of team members remotely. 2021-02-1124 minThe Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastAligning Mission-Driven Organizations with Mission-Driven Leaders What happens when perfect alignment occurs between the values of a mission-driven organization and the values of a mission-driven leader? Skillsoft’s new Customer Market Leader, Leadership and Business Solutions, Rashim Mogha touches on her personal journey of being a female leader, creating empowerment through innovation, and the power of positive leadership. 2021-01-2837 min
Renegade Marketers UniteHow to Get More Women in the C-SuiteThere are 50 honorees listed in TopRank’s 2020 installment of Influential Women in B2B Marketing Who Rocked, and in addition of these amazing leaders, we at Renegade know that there are countless others worth celebrating for their contributions to marketing in the B2B world. This episode comes from our recent livestream show on the subject, featuring LogRhythm CMO Cindy Zhou, Skillsoft CMO Michelle Boockoff-Bajdek, and Charlene Li, the founder of Altimeter, author of The Disruption Mindset, and one of the women on TopRank’s aforementioned list. Tune in to hear these inspiring leaders and role mo...2021-01-1555 minThe Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastSafeguarding Against the Undercurrent of Volatility Compliance training isn’t just important, it’s mission-critical. Skillsoft VP of Compliance Products, Norm Ford, shares his insights on the risks and threats organizations will have to safeguard against in the years to come and how companies can become better prepared to react during times of volatility. 2021-01-1447 minThe Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastWeathering Change Signals Need for Digital Dexterity"Trust cautiously, sanitize frequently, share carefully, and cover exposures.” What does this have to do with our work lives, and how does it relate to developing digital dexterity? Skillsoft VP of Technology and Developer Products, Mike Hendrickson, rejoins host Michelle Boockoff-Bajdek to explain and provide insight into Skillsoft’s annual Signals report, Lean Into Tech: 2020 Tech Skills Trends & 2021 Predictions.2021-01-0731 minThe Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastFive Predictions for 2021 from Skillsoft Leaders In this special five-part series of The Edge, we bring together five of our Skillsoft leaders to share their predictions for 2021 – touching on key trends, challenges, and opportunities for the year to come and the role they will play in shaping the workforce as we know it.
https://www.skillsoft.com/2021predictions 2020-12-1746 minThe Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastPrediction 5: THE FAST-EMERGING “INTERNET OF CAREERS” WILL PROVIDE AN INNOVATIVE MARKETPLACE FOR SKILLSWorkers have something to prove; they’re building the skills to make huge contributions at work in 2021. VP and General Manager of Product and User Experience for SumTotal Systems, Debasis Dutta, describes how a blockchain-based system of digital credentials will energize workers to learn and grow.2020-12-1709 minThe Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastPrediction 4: AGILE WILL BE A CORE COMPETENCY FOR SUCCESS—NOT ONLY FOR WORKERS, BUT FOR LEADERSIn 2021, more industries, organizations, and professions will need to throw out pre-pandemic era playbooks and learn to thrive with Agile.Skillsoft Chief Technology Officer, Apratim Purakayastha, explains why a digitally-transformed economy is a perfect fit for agility.2020-12-1709 minThe Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastPrediction 3: ORGANIZATIONS MUST FOSTER HYBRID WORK CULTURES CENTERED ON SAFETY, SECURITY, AND RESPECTAs leaders determine how their organizations will approach remote, on-site, and hybrid work in 2021, compliance training will be crucial. Skillsoft VP of Compliance Products, Norm Ford, shares insights on how learning can enable stronger cultures in 2021.2020-12-1714 minThe Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastPrediction 2: WORKERS MUST DEVELOP DIGITAL DEXTERITY TO THRIVE IN A FOREVER-TRANSFORMED ECONOMYA powerful shift to digital work, collaboration, and learning occurred in 2020—and it’s not going away. Skillsoft VP of Technology and Developer Products, Mike Hendrickson, discusses the technical and human skills workers must develop in 2021, as the pandemic’s next phase unfolds.2020-12-1709 minThe Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastPrediction 1: LEADERS MUST FOCUS ON DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION (DEI) TO SOLVE WORKFORCE DISPARITIESIn 2021, leaders must help women re-board into their organizations after the pandemic forced so many to leave work. Skillsoft VP of Global Talent Enablement, Elisa Vincent, explains how, with insights on DEI competencies leaders will need to learn and act upon.2020-12-1712 minThe Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastEmbracing our Humanity: Accepting Vulnerability and Authenticity In the workplace and our everyday lives, there is often immense pressure to appear as if we have all the answers and be devoid of showing any weakness. But we as humans are emotional species — sometimes we may not feel ‘okay,’ and we are not always perfect. Jez Rose, renowned behavior expert, broadcaster, and award-winning writer, speaker, and host, joins host Michelle Boockoff-Bajdek to discuss accepting our own vulnerabilities and authentic selves inside and outside of the workplace, sharing that it’s okay to be imperfect.
2020-12-1058 minThe Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastA Talk with the Next Generation of LeadersToday’s college graduates represent the first generation of young professionals entering the workforce during a global pandemic. With a challenging economy and uncertain job market that presents twists and turns for these graduates, resiliency is key. Host Michelle Boockoff-Bajdek is joined by a group of Skillsoft interns on this week’s episode to discuss finding strength in what you learn from others and succeeding in a virtual workplace.2020-12-0457 minThe Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastWhat Does it Mean to ‘Belong’ at Work?Many organizations find themselves facing a disconnect between bringing awareness to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), and actually driving behavioral changes. A key component of enabling these changes is making employees feel like they belong in the workplace, but this isn’t guaranteed. Su Joun, diversity and inclusion scholar and practitioner, professor, and principal at Diversity@Workplace Consulting Group, joins host Michelle Boockoff-Bajdek to share her advice on how organizations can start to drive these behavioral changes, and foster a sense of belonging for all2020-11-2043 minThe Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastCanon's Kyosei: It's More Than Just Company CultureWhile you've likely heard of Canon, you might not be familiar with the company’s corporate philosophy of Kyosei. In this episode of The Edge, Gerard Pieterse, Director People Development at Canon EMEA, joins host Michelle Boockoff-Bajdek to discuss Canon’s Bike for Congo initiative as a shining example of a company shared value system committed to the greater good.2020-11-1337 minThe Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastTransitioning to a New Reality for L&D With such rapid change, time for reflection is hard to come by. As we learn and grow during this time of great transformation, consider adopting a forward-looking lens. In this episode of The Edge, Michael Rochelle, Chief Strategy Officer and Principal HCM Analyst at Brandon Hall Group, joins host Michelle Boockoff-Bajdek to share timely research and insight about the state of the learning and development field.2020-11-0635 minThe Edge: A Skillsoft PodcastThe Changing Face of the CLO Charged with helping learners, employees and organizations reach their potential; the role of the Chief Learning officer is invaluable. In today’s episode of The Edge, host Michelle Boockoff-Bajdek welcomes Elisa Vincent, Vice President of Global Talent Enablement at Skillsoft as co-host. They are joined by Dr. Karen Wolf, Chief Learning Officer of ManTech International and Emma Engel, Chief Learning and Inclusion Officer of Unisys to discuss the continuously evolving role of the CLO during transformative times.2020-10-3050 min
Renegade Marketers UniteHow B2B CMOs Can Prepare for 2021The challenges of 2020 have set the stage for big changes in 2021 (and beyond). For optimistic marketers, this means that 2020 is the fertilizer for a beautiful 2021, but it’s going to take a progressive, agile, and strategic mindset to reap the rewards. To discuss upcoming changes in the way that buyers buy and sellers sell in the context of marketing, Brent Adamson, distinguished VP at Gartner, joins Drew for his fourth episode of Renegade Thinkers Unite. Joined by a live audience, Brent answers questions about how CMOs can plan for 2021, positing that marketers shouldn’t necessarily be focused on c...2020-09-2558 min
Renegade Marketers UniteRaising the Bar with Virtual EventsIf you’re looking for an example of a high-quality virtual event, you’ve got to check out Skillsoft’s Perspectives 2020. Drew did, and he was absolutely blown away by the online summit. In fact, it was so engaging that he just had to interview their CMO, Michelle Boockoff-Bajdek (Michelle BB for short) to learn more about the work that went on behind the scenes to create a global experience that rivals pre-COVID physical events. In this episode, Michelle generously shares the details behind the making of the event, as well as other tips, like how they’re measur...2020-07-1047 min
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Guest: Michelle Boockoff-Bajdek, Chief Marketing Officer, Skillsoft
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TalentCulture #WorkTrendsRemote Working: Craving Knowledge and SkillsThe world of work is in the midst of a reckoning. From finance to retail to hospitals to energy to technology, there’s not one sector that has not felt an impact of the COVID-19 pandemic of its toll on the economy . But we’re evolving, and quickly. Weeks in, many organizations are past that sudden pivot to remote teams and are now stepping back from doing triage to think about what’s truly important for supporting our people. That includes technology, security, and knowledge — as in learning the skills, approached, and technologies we need to know to function. Laying t...2020-04-1728 min
Subject Matter X#014: CMO of IBM Watson, Michelle Boockoff-BajdekMichelle Boockoff-Bajdek, CMO of IBM Watson, sits down with Todd Stewart to talk about when it's time for a rebrand vs. a refresh, why branding is the most important differentiator for B2B companies, and how she accelerated through her career.2019-08-2858 min
Subject Matter X#014: CMO of IBM Watson, Michelle Boockoff-BajdekMichelle Boockoff-Bajdek, CMO of IBM Watson, sits down with Todd Stewart to talk about when it's time for a rebrand vs. a refresh, why branding is the most important differentiator for B2B companies, and how she accelerated through her career.2019-08-2858 min
Tech It OutIBM Talks Women in the A.I. Space* Alan Smithson from XR Ignite and MetaVRse talks about the business of augmented and virtual reality* Marc discusses smart home tech, including Amazon Key for MyQ garage door systems* Michelle Boockoff Bajdek, the CMO for IBM Watson, enlightens us about women in the artificial intelligence (A.I.) space* Learn all about Ingram Micro’s strong distribution and logistics offerings2019-07-0639 min
Talk! with AudreyIBM Watson: Women Leaders In AI ListIBM is putting the spotlight on women leaders from around the world who are the first movers in AI (Artificial Intelligence) for business in their inaugural “Women Leaders in AI” list. Michelle Boockoff Bajdek, CMO, IBM Watson is my guest.2019-07-0212 min
Talk! with AudreyIBM Watson: Women Leaders In AI ListIBM is putting the spotlight on women leaders from around the world who are the first movers in AI (Artificial Intelligence) for business in their inaugural “Women Leaders in AI” list. Michelle Boockoff Bajdek, CMO, IBM Watson is my guest.2019-07-0212 min
CES Tech TalkHow Is AI Shaping Our Future?Did you know that companies adopting artificial intelligence technology report higher profit margins? Top brands talk about their AI initiatives, ranging from biometrics to predicative analytics to the future of transportation. We also talk about how consumers are getting more familiar with AI too (hint: smart speakers play a role). GUESTS: Michelle Boockoff-Bajdek, CMO, IBM Watson AI Julie Choi, Global Head, Intel AI Marketing Amish Parashar, Partner & Director of Strategic Business Development, Yamaha Motor Ventures & Laboratory Silicon Valley, Inc. 2018-10-3042 minCES Tech TalkHow Is AI Shaping Our Future?Did you know that companies adopting artificial intelligence technology report higher profit margins? Top brands talk about their AI initiatives, ranging from biometrics to predicative analytics to the future of transportation. We also talk about how consumers are getting more familiar with AI too (hint: smart speakers play a role). GUESTS: Michelle Boockoff-Bajdek, CMO, IBM Watson AI Julie Choi, Global Head, Intel AI Marketing Amish Parashar, Partner & Director of Strategic Business Development, Yamaha Motor Ventures & Laboratory Silicon Valley, Inc. 2018-10-3042 min