Transforming Training and Leadership with Kim Dooley

Описание: In this episode of Business Insider Roundtable, host Lisa Begley speaks with Kim Dooley, a professor, global speaker, researcher, and CEO of Tech Training Group, about the importance of effective leadership training and why traditional programs often fall short. Kim has decades of experience in global leadership development and adult education, working with organizations in over 40 countries. She’s helped leaders grow and transform their teams by creating sustainable training programs that stick, empowering individuals to truly apply what they’ve learned.

Kim explains how traditional training often focuses on surface-level metrics like room temperature or food quality, but fails to assess the transfer of knowledge or behavior change. Through her work, she’s pioneered methods that prioritize active learning, cultural understanding, and leadership development. Whether you're a corporate leader, educator, or someone interested in personal growth, this episode dives deep into why training needs to go beyond the classroom and how organizations can bridge the gap between theory and real-world application.

Key takeaways from this episode:

Why traditional training fails to create lasting change

The importance of cultural sensitivity in global training programs

How to design training that leads to real transformation

The role of emotional intelligence in leadership development

Kim’s personal journey of transitioning from academia to life coaching, and what that means for her work today

Tune in for practical insights on creating sustainable growth, both as an individual and within your organization.

Key topics discussed:

The flaws in traditional leadership training models

The impact of active learning and participatory approaches in training

How to design effective training for adult learners

The power of emotional intelligence in leadership roles

Kim’s work as a mentor, life coach, and author

Insights from her upcoming book When Life Misses a Note and her journey as a writer

If you're interested in creating lasting change through leadership training and personal development, this episode is for you!