Leading While Learning with Russell Sweep

Today, on Management Development Unlocked, Eric welcomes guest Russell Sweep. Russell is a content development manager for Goodwill Industries International. He oversees a team that works on developing new learning strategies, adopting content, populating LMSs, and more. Russell is new to learning and development as well as management. Eric was recently a guest on Russell's podcast, The L&D Hot Seat.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

1. Russell’s experience transitioning into L&D and why it’s been a positive experience for him so far.
2. The two books he recommends and the advice he’d give to someone new to L&D or any other field.
3. What it’s like to manage a team when you don’t have deep domain expertise and why listening can be a game-changer in a new role.
4. How Russell builds relationships with his team and why listening collaboratively is crucial when leading a team.
5. The importance of connection with your team members and how it can influence communication with them.
6. What Russell would tell a new manager managing a team where they’re not an expert in the team’s field.
7. Eric’s lightning round for Russell.

Connect with Russell Sweep:

Website

LinkedIn

Instagram

GLDC

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