Skills, Change and the Future of Learning with Mary Beth Thornton of AdventHealth

On this episode, Mary Beth Thornton, Director, Organizational Learning and Development of AdventHealth, discusses the evolution of L&D through the lens of skills, business partnership and the integration of AI. She reflects on her career journey, from higher education to enterprise learning, and highlights the importance of adaptability, emotional intelligence and servant leadership. Mary Beth also shares her thoughts on mentoring, the future of personalized learning and the resources she turns to for growth.

Key Takeaways:

00:00 Introduction.

01:40 L&D can drive workforce development through strategic programming.

05:00 Industry shifts are placing greater emphasis on skills and AI.

08:06 AI is reshaping how skills and personalized development connect.

10:05 Mentorship can take many forms and evolve over time.

12:22 L&D offers diverse entry points and rewarding career opportunities.

13:03 Foundational skills like agility and communication remain essential.

14:55 Staying current in L&D requires tapping into multiple learning sources.

16:56 Emotional intelligence plays a critical role in leadership and influence.

Resources Mentioned:

Mary Beth Thornton

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-beth-thornton/

AdventHealth | LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/company/adventhealth/

AdventHealth | Website

https://www.adventhealth.com/

ATD

https://www.td.org/

Harvard Spark

https://www.harvardbusiness.org/hbr-spark/

“Never Split the Difference” by Chris Voss

https://www.amazon.com/Never-Split-Difference-Negotiating-Depended/dp/0062407805

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