Starting up L&D
Your practical, ‘been there’ guide to setting up a thriving L&D function from scratch
Establishing a new Learning and Development function is exciting! It can also be challenging to start from nothing.
I’ve been there, setting up L&D in a growing business. I learned a lot, things I’m applying as I do it a second time right now, things I want to share with you.
This podcast is for people in charge of setting up the L&D function from scratch, who want to do it well the first time, and look amazing in the process.
You might have been hired for the job, moved internally or are a leader who wants to make L&D happen in their business. It’s also for anyone who wants to be these people.
Starting up L&D is your shortcut to success.
Or subscribe in your favourite app:
Google Podcasts
Coming Soon
What to expect:
Tune in for real life stories (wins and otherwise), insights from expert insights and a healthy dose of humour as we navigate the adventure that is setting up a new Learning and Development function.
- Get a head start: Steal what’s worked for me and skip the stuff that didn’t
- Grow what we know: Learn with me as I talk to people who are experts in areas I’m not
- Designed for you: Focus on the unique challenges of new functions in smaller businesses
- Accessible and fun: Think relatable and engaging, a supportive friend on your journey
I'm on a mission to empower professionals like you to establish thriving learning and development functions; when you succeed, your organisation and its people flourish – and so does your career.
About Me
Lauren Scholtz
Working in L&D, I’m the ‘Robin Hood’ of skills - sharing it with people who need it most. I’ve worked in a tech startup turned-ASX-listed company, setting up their L&D function (among other things!) and am in the process of doing it again.
I like to explore and experiment. I make mistakes and don’t ask for help as much as I should. I think I’m funny.
Firefighter, Travel Agent, Recruiter, and Cartoon Character, my path to L&D has been anything but typical, and I’m glad to be here.
I believe everyone deserves the opportunity to flourish at work, and access to effective Learning and Development is fundamental to making this happen.
Testimonials
Again?
OMG, you should totally start a podcast about this!
Lauren’s current work colleague
You smashed it!
Executive at the 3-month review of the L&D setup project
Better testimonials coming soon
(if you have good feedback, please send to Lauren to help make this page less awkward)
Lauren, asking you for help
(I’)
Listen on
Coming Soon
Google Podcasts