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The eLearning Coach Newsletter
For Curious Learning Professionals
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September 1, 2025
Greetings Reader,
Do you ever struggle when working with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs)? Maybe they don’t fully understand your role or what you actually do. Maybe you don't get their perspective. In the first and third items this month, you’ll find strategies based on research and practice to make SME collaboration easier and less frustrating.
The second article continues my visibility series. This one is for introverts who want career advancement and exciting opportunities but tend to remain unseen at work or in the field. You’ll find strategies that let you stand out while staying authentic.
And if leadership development is a priority for you, the Learning Leadership Conference in October is offering a $500 discount—but it expires September 5th. The conference is designed to help you lead in today’s fast-paced, AI-driven world. Learn more about the event.
Now, on to the articles.
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Check out the goodies below. |
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Do you need to shift how stakeholders perceive the L&D team?
A new Research Report from iSpring can help. It explores how to demonstrate Return on Investment (ROI) in L&D and offers practical guidance on aligning learning initiatives with business outcomes valued by top management and shareholders.
Download Proving the Value of Corporate Learning in 2025
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GOOD FINDS
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FEED YOUR MIND
MULTIMEDIA
- Colorzilla: Add this extension to Chrome or Firefox to pick colors off the web and additional advanced color tools.
- Gamma: AI tools for converting ideas into presentations, websites, social posts with a free plan.
- Photoroom: An image editor, generator, logo maker, geared toward small business needs with a free plan.
COOL TOOLS
- Skillitics: A new web-based authoring tool with a limited free plan. Seems worth check8ng out.
- Mighty for Articulate Rise: This is an extension to Rise that adds lots of features. You can get a 30-day free trial and then talk your boss (if you have one) into paying for it!
- Mymind: A unique and visual bookmarking tool for bookmarking, mood boards, and inspiration.
- Espanso: A text-expansion tool that helps you save time.
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MY COMMUNITY AND FREE EMAIL COURSES
MASTERING INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGN
A welcoming learning community for instructional designers who want to grow. Inside, you’ll find 15+ self-paced courses, recorded monthly guest speakers who are industry leaders, member calls for connection and support, and a discussion forum. All courses are included with membership, so you can learn at your own pace while having a forum for asking questions and discussion. ELEVATE YOUR PROFILE AND VISIBILITY
My free 8-lesson email course about becoming more visible as a learning professional. This course will help you develop a visibility plan that feels genuine, overcome hesitation, and share your work with confidence. You’ll receive one lesson every few days to build consistency without feeling overwhelmed. BREAKING INTO INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGN
A free 12-lesson email course to help you transition to a career in instructional design. You’ll learn about the variety of ID career paths, typical tasks, where to network, salary ranges, and more. You’ll receive two lessons a week for six weeks, or you can get all the lessons at once by purchasing the eBook. |
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MY UPCOMING PRESENTATIONS
- From Boring to Bold: Visual Design Skills for Trainers on Oct 28th. This is one of a 3-part series for nonprofit & social sector educators who want to create more inclusive, engaging, and effective learning experiences. Check out the whole series here: Design Better Learning Series.
- Elevate Your Visibility for Better Opportunities (While Being Authentic). Learn strategies for standing out without selling out. November 20th @ 3:00PM Eastern/12:00PM Pacific. Registration info available soon from the Training Magazine Network.
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