Training Impact Podcast

Training Impact Podcast Scaling Channel Performance Through Learning and Discipline Growth does not create strength. It exposes weakness. The Training Impact Podcast explores what it truly takes to scale performance across franchise systems, dealer networks, resellers, service providers, and distributed partner ecosystems. Hosted by Jeff Walter, Founder and CEO of LatitudeLearning, this show goes beyond instructional design and course development. It examines the architecture required to build disciplined, high-performing channel networks. Most business leaders invest heavily in sales, marketing, and product innovation. Far fewer treat training as performance infrastructure. This podcast bridges that gap. Through executive conversations, strategic frameworks, and real-world case studies, we explore: How learning systems evolve from content libraries to measurable performance engines

Training Impact Podcast is a business podcast hosted by LatitudeLearning, with 74 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.

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  Episode #74

  74. Mary Ligon Company: The Leadership Skill That Changes Everything Starts Within

  Aug 31, 20261h 3m

  What separates truly great leaders from those who simply manage people? In this episode of the Training Impact Podcast , Jeff Walter sits down with Mary Ligon, founder of Mary Ligon Company , to explore one of the most overlooked aspects of leadership: leading yourself before leading others. Drawing from decades of experience coaching executives, entrepreneurs, business owners, and organizational leaders, Mary shares practical strategies for developing emotional resilience, communicating with intention, and building workplace cultures where people genuinely want to contribute. The conversation challenges the traditional view of leadership as charisma or authority, revealing instead that the strongest leaders remain calm under pressure, inspire others through a compelling vision, and help people discover strengths they didn't know they possessed. Jeff and Mary also discuss why leadership development is often the missing piece in franchise organizations and growing businesses, how fear influences decision making, why anxiety is frequently created by the stories we tell ourselves, and how leaders can train their minds to respond more effectively during challenging situations. Through memorable examples involving Walt Disney, Richard Branson, skiing, and river rafting, they illustrate how vision, mindset, and emotional regulation influence both individual leadership and organizational success. Whether you're an executive, franchise owner, training leader, HR professional, manager, or entrepreneur, this episode offers practical insights for building stronger teams, healthier cultures, and more confident leaders. Topics Covered: • Why leadership begins with self-leadership • Building emotional resilience under pressure • Coaching people to reach their potential • Creating vision that inspires commitment • Leadership lessons for franchise organizations • How mindset shapes business performance • Practical techniques for reducing anxiety and making better decisions Learn more about Mary Ligon Company: https://www.maryligonco.com/ Follow the Training Impact Podcast: https://t-sml.mtrbio.com/public/smartlink/trainingimpactpodcast

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  Episode #73

  73. IGNITE Humans: Why Human Connection Is the Missing Link in High Performance Training

  Aug 27, 202644 min

  What if the biggest problem with corporate training isn't the content, but the way we think about learning? In this episode of the Training Impact Podcast , host Jeff Walter sits down with Terry Hawkins , Founder and CEO of IGNITE Humans , to explore why lasting business performance starts with developing people, not simply delivering information. Drawing on more than 35 years of experience working with retailers, franchise organizations, professional services firms, and distributed workforces, Terry shares a human-centered approach to learning that moves beyond courses and compliance. The conversation explores how organizations can create learning systems that build confidence, strengthen communication, develop self-awareness, and inspire lasting behavioral change. You'll learn why traditional training often fails to improve performance, how the Five Cs Learning Loop transforms information into lasting capability, and why empathy, coaching, and repeatable systems are essential for creating consistent customer experiences across franchise networks, partner organizations, and frontline teams. Whether you're responsible for employee training, franchise education, customer learning, leadership development, or extended enterprise learning, this episode offers practical insights for building learning programs that create stronger people, stronger cultures, and stronger businesses. In this episode you'll discover: • Why information alone doesn't change behavior • The Five Cs Learning Loop for creating lasting learning • Why productive struggle is an essential part of learning • How systems create consistency without scripting employees • The role of empathy and self-awareness in organizational performance • The seven stages of learning maturity • How to scale learning across franchises, partners, and distributed teams • Why great training develops better humans, not just better employees Learn more about IGNITE Humans: https://www.ignitehumans.com/ For more on Terry Hawkins, visit: https://www.terryhawkins.com/ Follow the Training Impact Podcast: https://t-sml.mtrbio.com/public/smartlink/trainingimpactpodcast #TrainingImpactPodcast #LearningAndDevelopment #CorporateTraining #LeadershipDevelopment #FranchiseTraining #CustomerTraining #ExtendedEnterprise #EmployeeDevelopment #LearningStrategy #OrganizationalDevelopment #Coaching #LMS #LatitudeLearning #IGNITEHumans

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  Episode #72

  72. Project Pals: The Powerful Future of AI-Driven Project-Based Learning

  Aug 24, 202657 min

  What if artificial intelligence could make project-based learning easier to implement without replacing the teacher? In this episode of the Training Impact Podcast , Jeff Walter sits down with Miriam Bogler, founder of Project Pals , to explore how AI is helping educators create authentic, student-centered learning experiences that build collaboration, critical thinking, creativity, and real-world problem-solving skills. Rather than using AI to provide answers, Project Pals leverages artificial intelligence as a learning coach, guiding students through the inquiry process while empowering teachers to facilitate meaningful projects more efficiently. In this episode, you'll learn: • What makes authentic project-based learning different from traditional classroom projects • Why collaboration is essential for deeper learning • How AI can guide inquiry instead of replacing critical thinking • Strategies for helping students solve real-world problems • How Project Pals is making project-based learning more accessible for educators Whether you're an educator, instructional designer, learning leader, or simply interested in the future of AI in education, this conversation offers practical insights into how technology can enhance learning while keeping human curiosity at the center. Learn more about Project Pals: https://projectpals.com/ Follow the Training Impact Podcast: https://t-sml.mtrbio.com/public/smartlink/trainingimpactpodcast #ProjectPals #ProjectBasedLearning #AIinEducation #EducationalTechnology #LearningAndDevelopment #EdTech #StudentCollaboration #CriticalThinking #InstructionalDesign #ArtificialIntelligence #TrainingImpactPodcast #LatitudeLearning

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  Episode #71

  71. Align4Profit: The Powerful Leadership Advantage Behind Business Performance

  Aug 20, 20261 hour

  Leadership isn't just another training topic. It may be the single biggest driver of organizational performance. In this episode of the ⁠Training Impact Podcast⁠ , Jeff Walter sits down with Helanie Scott, founder of ⁠Align4Profit⁠ , to discuss why organizations should invest as much in developing leadership behaviors as they do technical expertise. Together they explore: • Why "soft skills" should really be called "power skills" • How leadership behavior shapes organizational culture • Why accountability starts with leadership • The concept of Leadership Intimacy • How behavior change creates measurable business impact • Why franchise and partner organizations should invest in leadership development • How habits become the leading indicators of organizational success Whether you lead an L&D team, manage franchise training, or are responsible for organizational performance, this episode offers practical insights into building stronger leaders and higher-performing organizations. Learn more about Align4Profit: ⁠https://t-sml.mtrbio.com/public/smartlink/trainingimpactpodcast⁠

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  Episode #70

  70. InternCrew: The Game-Changing Workforce Strategy That Begins Before Graduation

  Aug 17, 20261h 1m

  America's workforce shortage is often viewed as a recruiting problem, but what if the real challenge begins years before an employer posts a job opening? In this episode of the ⁠Training Impact Podcast⁠ , Jeff Walter sits down with Corey Koopmans, co-founder of ⁠InternCrew⁠ , to explore how work-based learning, internships, career exploration, and mentorship can help bridge the gap between education and employment. Rather than focusing solely on hiring, the conversation examines how giving students meaningful exposure to careers before graduation can lead to better career decisions, stronger talent pipelines, and a more prepared workforce. Corey shares insights from his entrepreneurial journey through payroll, workforce analytics, HR technology, and education technology, explaining how those experiences led to the creation of InternCrew. The discussion explores why skilled trades continue to face significant labor shortages despite offering rewarding, high-paying careers, and why many students never consider these opportunities simply because they lack real-world exposure to them. Jeff and Corey also discuss the barriers that often prevent employers from participating in internship and work-based learning programs, how InternCrew removes much of that administrative complexity by serving as the employer of record, and why mentorship benefits both students and experienced professionals alike. The episode concludes with an insightful conversation about artificial intelligence and how today's students may use AI as a powerful tool to reshape the future of work and career development. Whether you're a learning and development leader, educator, HR professional, franchise executive, employer, or business leader focused on workforce development, this episode offers practical insights into building stronger talent pipelines by connecting students with meaningful career experiences before they enter the workforce. Learn more about InternCrew: ⁠https://interncrew.com/⁠ For more Training Impact Podcast episodes: ⁠https://www.latitudelearning.com/insights/podcast/⁠ Follow the Training Impact Podcast on social media: ⁠https://t-sml.mtrbio.com/public/smartlink/trainingimpactpodcast⁠ #TrainingImpactPodcast #InternCrew #WorkforceDevelopment #WorkBasedLearning #Internships #CareerReadiness #SkilledTrades #LearningAndDevelopment #TalentDevelopment #CorporateTraining #FutureOfWork #AI #Mentorship #WorkforceReadiness #ExtendedEnterprise

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