Why Is Learning Transfer Even More Important In Times Of Uncertainty?

Emma Weber

In today’s fast-paced world, uncertainty can leave individuals feeling lost and overwhelmed. It is crucial for learning professionals to help guide the teams within their organisations through these challenging times. Supporting employees in engaging in constructive self-dialogue about their learning is essential. By fostering accountability and stability, we can empower individuals to take ownership of their development.

A constructive inner dialogue enables employees to recognise their strengths and address growth opportunities. This then becomes the starting point for learning transfer, where the insights and learning can be applied. Consider:

  • Providing structured approaches to learning transfer rather than leaving it to chance.
  • The role of tools like Coach M in boosting individual control and outcomes.
  • Recognising that each employee has unique strengths and opportunities for growth.
  • Encouraging reflection and deeper internal dialogue to drive behavioural change.

This approach provides valuable strategies that can make a real difference in enhancing learning outcomes and building confidence. Don’t miss this opportunity to discover effective approaches for navigating change in your organisation by registering for the upcoming webinar — Adapting Learning Transfer: The Basics Have Changed.

Emma Weber is a recognized authority on the transfer of learning. As CEO of Lever–Transfer of Learning, she has helped companies such as Telstra, Oracle and BMW deliver and measure tangible business results from learning. She has also been a guest speaker at learning effectiveness conferences worldwide and authored the hugely successful book “Turning Learning into Action“. Much more detail around the issues and solutions examined in this article are available in the book – please feel free to download a free chapter. Emma and her team also developed Coach M, a coaching chatbot that delivers fully scaleable learning transfer. She is also a co-author of the books Making Change Work, and Designing Virtual Learning for Application and Impact. Her work and approach is also featured in Data and Analytics for Instructional Designers by Megan Torrance (Author), Foundations of People Metrics and Analytics – by Renjini Joseph and an ATD 10-minute case study series – Chatbot Coaching for Learning Transfer.