The Strategic Pause

Welcome to The Strategic Pause- Mildly Unhinged Learning and Development pros Katrina Kennedy and Jill Parish press pause on the endless to-do list to have the conversations that actually matter. In aviation and healthcare, a strategic pause can save lives. In business? We skip right past it. But not here. We're taking that pause to dig into what it really means to be in L&D—the work we do, the work people think we do, and why half the organization assumes we're the ones "who do all those trainings everyone hates." Katrina brings 26+ years training tens of thousands of learners and a recent book on making learning stick. Jill brings her experience as CEO/Founder of ThinkDev an organizational development consulting firm. Together, we're exploring everything from building real community in a virtual world to why we're all so bad at PowerPoint to what we actually do on "no real pants" days. Expect thoughtful conversations that veer into delightful ta

The Strategic Pause is a business podcast hosted by Katrina Kennedy and Jill Parish, with 12 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Katrina Kennedy and Jill Parish hosts The Strategic Pause, a business show with 12 episodes published.

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  Episode #11

  What Makes a Great Consulting Partnership?

  May 26, 202632 minS1

  <p>In this episode, Katrina Kennedy and Jill Parish explore the ins and outs of partnering with consultants, sharing their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and insights on how organizations can maximize these relationships for success.</p><p></p><p></p><p><b>Keywords</b></p><p>consulting, organizational development, leadership training, organizational change, consulting relationships</p><p></p><p></p><p><b>Key topics</b></p><p>When to partner with a consultant and why</p><p>Building trust and transparency in consulting relationships</p><p>The importance of upfront discovery and clear communication</p><p>Balancing internal and external resources...

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  Episode #10

  What Do Organizations Get Right With Leadership?

  May 12, 202631 minS1

  <p>In this episode, Jill Parish and Katrina Kennedy explore what organizations are doing right in leadership development, emphasizing the importance of external expertise, strategic investment, and reflection in cultivating effective leaders.</p><p> </p><p><b>Keywords</b></p><p>leadership development, organizational growth, external expertise, reflection, leadership programs, team building, conflict resolution, organizational change</p><p></p><p><b>Key Takeaways</b></p>Investing in leadership skills before crisesExternal expertise enhances internal programsThe role of self-awareness and reflectionOptimal program length and structureBuilding trust and managing conflict<p></p><p><b>Chapters</b></p><p>00:00 Introduction to Leadership Development<...

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  What's It Like to Write A Book?

  Apr 28, 202642 minS0

  <p>Join Jill Parish and Katrina Kennedy as they explore the journey of writing a book, from childhood dreams to the realities of publishing. Discover practical insights on proposal writing, deadlines, editing, and marketing, along with inspiring stories of perseverance and passion.</p><p></p><p><b>keywords</b></p><p>book writing, publishing, author journey, editing process, book marketing, reflection activities, nonfiction books, writing tips, ATD Press, author advice</p><p></p><p></p><p><b>Chapters</b></p><p>00:00 The Journey to Authorship</p><p>02:56 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome</p><p>05:58 The Writing Process Begins</p><p>09:00 Finding Focus...

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  Episode #8

  What's Your Approach To Conferences?

  Apr 14, 202633 minS1

  <p>In this episode, Jill Parish and Katrina Kennedy discuss the nuances of networking and attending conferences. They share personal experiences, strategies for engagement, and the importance of reflection after attending events. The conversation highlights innovative formats for conferences, the dynamics of networking, and how to create genuine connections with others. They also explore effective conversation starters and the need to redefine networking as a means of connection rather than a sales pitch.</p><p></p><p><b>Takeaways</b></p>Networking can be reframed as 'connecting' to emphasize genuine interactions and meaningful relationships.Conferences offer opportunities for deep connections...

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  What’s Your Preference? The This or That Episode.

  Mar 31, 202636 minS0

  <p>The episode features a fun game of 'This or That' where Jill and Katrina share their preferences and experiences. The game covers a range of topics from pet preferences to travel choices and food favorites. Each preference is discussed in detail, providing insight into the personal tastes and choices of the speakers.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p>This or That game encourages conversationPersonal preferences and experiences shape choices<p></p>

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