Pluralsight LIVE 2019: Breakouts (Skills Development) from Pluralsight

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Syllabus

Messaging Matters: How We Built a Data-Driven Engineering Culture at Pluralsight with Alisa Sheyn

Help Your Teams Create a Learning Habit with Amy Irvine

More Than the Sum of Our Skills: A Panel on Modern Tech Skills Development with Anita Grantham, Rose Sheldon, Melanie Mitsch, Caitlin Mann, Nikki Veit

How to Create a Healthy Learning Culture and a Safe Environment to Learn, Grow and Collaborate with Anna Mikhova, Alex Cline, Lauren Gray, Bhavika Shah

Build Your Enterprise Training Playbook with Anthony Gregorio, Christina Mehr, George Boone

Leveraging Metrics to Empower Engineering Organizations with Pluralsight with Brian Clausen, Liz Blair

Building Learning Experiences that Captivate Learners and Secure Institutional Memory with Casey Ayers: Teaching Your Techniques

Creating Transparency with Learning Data with Chris Petzy

Deconstructing The Home Depot's Technology Bootcamp with George Boone, John Kay, Kevin Igarashi-Ball, Zack Kirchin

What Fuels Our Engine? Under the Hood With Pluralsight’s Content and Curriculum Team with Meghan Manfre, Kate Petersen, Jessie Mauser

Power Skills for Innovation with Lauren Mason Carris

The CIO of the Future: Are you ready? With Lindsay Bayuk and Karenann Terrell

How to Be the Dumbest Person in the Room: Making Complex Ideas Less Terrifying and More Relatable with Minna Wang

Combining Tech + Business Strategies to Improve the Customer Experience with Scott Root, Roberta Dombrowski

Taking your Team’s Cloud Skills to the Next Level with Rochana Golani

5 Common Myths about Innovation in the Public Sector with Saad Bashir, Mike Hussey, Tanya Hannah: Myth-busted

Workshop: Aligning Skill Development to Real Business Goals with Sam Pena

Lessons Learned Building a Global Technology Organization with Shawn Malhotra

Leaders Leading Leaders in Today’s Modern Digital Industry with Tristan Roque

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Teaches skills for setting and reaching goals faster

Teaches skills that align with personal and organizational objectives

Covers a range of topics related to goal setting and achievement

Features experts and thought leaders in the field of goal setting and achievement

Emphasizes the importance of creating a supportive learning environment

Provides opportunities for hands-on practice and application of skills

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Pluralsight LIVE 2019: Breakouts (Skills Development) with these activities:

Review Foundational Concepts

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Strengthen your understanding of the underlying principles and concepts to build a solid foundation for further learning and skill development.

Browse courses on Skill Development

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Identify key foundational concepts.
Review textbooks, articles, or online resources.
Complete practice exercises or assignments.
Test your understanding through quizzes or mock exams.
Seek clarification from experts or peers if needed.

Compile a Personalized Learning Resource Database

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Organize and curate a collection of valuable resources, including articles, videos, courses, and tutorials tailored to your specific learning goals.

Browse courses on Resource Management

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Identify and gather relevant resources.
Organize and categorize the resources.
Create a system for accessing and reviewing the resources.
Periodically update and expand the database.
Share your database with others.

Attend Industry Networking Events

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Expand your professional network, gain insights into industry trends, and discover potential learning and career opportunities.

Browse courses on Networking

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Research and identify relevant industry events.
Prepare an elevator pitch.
Attend the event and engage in meaningful conversations.
Follow up with contacts made at the event.
Reflect on your experience and identify potential collaborations.

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Attend a Modern Tech Skills Development Workshop

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Engage with experts and practitioners to gain practical insights and best practices for developing essential skills in today's tech landscape.

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Research and identify relevant workshops.
Register and attend the workshop.
Actively participate in discussions and exercises.
Take notes and ask questions.
Follow up with the organizers or speakers for further resources.

Follow Online Tutorials to Refine Skills

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Supplement your learning with expert-led tutorials to enhance your understanding and practical application of specific skills.

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Identify areas where you want to improve your skills.
Search for and select reputable online tutorials.
Follow the tutorials step-by-step.
Apply what you learn in practice.
Evaluate your progress and seek further guidance if needed.

Join a Study Group or Peer Coaching Circle

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Connect with fellow learners or professionals to share knowledge, provide support, and engage in collaborative problem-solving.

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Find or form a study group or peer coaching circle.
Establish regular meeting times and discuss specific topics.
Share resources, insights, and experiences.
Provide constructive feedback and support to each other.
Reflect on your learning and growth.

Translate Technical Concepts into Plain English

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Fine-tune your ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly and concisely, a key skill for effective professional communication.

Browse courses on Communication Skills

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Identify a specific technical concept or idea.
Research and gather information to deepen your understanding.
Break down the concept into simpler terms and analogies.
Write or present your explanation in a way that is easy to understand.
Get feedback from others to refine your explanation.

Mentor or Tutor Junior Learners

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Strengthen your understanding while making a positive impact by guiding and supporting emerging professionals or students in their learning journey.

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Identify opportunities to mentor or tutor.
Prepare and plan your mentoring sessions.
Provide guidance, support, and resources.
Encourage and motivate your mentees.
Reflect on your mentoring experience and seek feedback.

Career center

Learners who complete Pluralsight LIVE 2019: Breakouts (Skills Development) will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Software Engineering Manager

Software Engineering Managers are responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing software products, processes, and teams. Pluralsight LIVE 2019: Breakouts (Skills Development) can help you understand how to improve your leadership and management style, potentially making you a more effective manager.

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Technical Writer

Technical Writers create and maintain technical documentation, such as user manuals, white papers, and release notes. Pluralsight LIVE 2019: Breakouts (Skills Development) may be useful when developing training and strategy documentation, potentially helping you succeed on the job.

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Business Analyst

Business Analysts enable a business's success by identifying problems and finding solutions. They lead strategy and improve both processes and policies. Pluralsight LIVE 2019: Breakouts (Skills Development) may help build a foundation in these key areas, improving your chances at achieving a successful outcome on the job.

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Chief Learning Officer

Chief Learning Officers are responsible for developing and implementing the organization's learning and development strategy. Pluralsight LIVE 2019: Breakouts (Skills Development) can help build a foundation in leadership, potentially making you more effective on the job.

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Chief People Officer

Chief People Officers are responsible for all aspects of human resources management, including talent acquisition, compensation, and benefits. Pluralsight LIVE 2019: Breakouts (Skills Development) may help build a foundation in leadership, potentially making you more effective on the job.

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Talent Development Manager

Talent Development Managers plan and implement strategies to develop and retain employees. Pluralsight LIVE 2019: Breakouts (Skills Development) may help build a foundation in leadership, potentially making you more effective on the job.

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Organizational Development Consultant

Organizational Development Consultants help organizations improve their performance and achieve their strategic goals. Pluralsight LIVE 2019: Breakouts (Skills Development) may help build a foundation for succeeding in this career, especially when working on leadership development.

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Learning and Development Specialist

Learning and Development Specialists design, develop, and deliver training programs to employees. Pluralsight LIVE 2019: Breakouts (Skills Development) can help build a foundation for succeeding in this career, especially when working on leadership development.

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Project Manager

Project Managers plan, execute, and close projects, ensuring that they are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. Pluralsight LIVE 2019: Breakouts (Skills Development) may help build a foundation in leadership, potentially making you more effective on the job.

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Product Manager

Product Managers are responsible for the development, launch, and ongoing success of products. Pluralsight LIVE 2019: Breakouts (Skills Development) can help build a foundation in leadership and communication, potentially improving your chances at achieving a successful outcome on the job.

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Human Resources Business Partner

Human Resources Business Partners partner with business leaders to develop and implement HR strategies and programs that align with the organization's goals. Pluralsight LIVE 2019: Breakouts (Skills Development) can help build a foundation in leadership and communication, potentially making you more effective on the job.

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Training Manager

Training Managers plan, develop, and implement training programs for employees. Pluralsight LIVE 2019: Breakouts (Skills Development) can help build a foundation for succeeding in this career, especially when working on leadership development.

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Instructional Designer

Instructional Designers create and develop educational programs and materials for a variety of audiences and purposes. Pluralsight LIVE 2019: Breakouts (Skills Development) may help build a foundation for succeeding in this career, especially when working on leadership development.

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Consultant

Consultants provide expert advice and solutions to businesses and organizations, helping them improve their operations, processes, and strategies. Pluralsight LIVE 2019: Breakouts (Skills Development) may help build a foundation for succeeding in this career, especially when working with clients on their training programs or strategies.

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Learning Experience Designer

Learning Experience Designers create and improve educational programs, materials, and events. Pluralsight LIVE 2019: Breakouts (Skills Development) may help build a foundation for understanding how to create engaging learning experiences, potentially improving your ability to succeed on the job.

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