In this episode of Lead, Learn, Connect, Alan Krieger talks with Erica Johnsrud, Senior Learning and Development Specialist at RDO Equipment Company. Drawing on her experience with Dale Carnegie and nonprofit leadership, Erica shares practical insights for trainers on keeping content fresh, engaging mixed-experience groups, and balancing different learning and communication styles. From the power of silence in the classroom to using participants’ expertise as teaching moments, she highlights strategies that help training stick. Erica also reflects on nerves, growth, and how stepping outside our comfort zones strengthens both trainers and learners.

To find out more about Erica:

linkedin.com/in/erica-johnsrud

 
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