188: Navigating L&D Interviews: What Hiring Managers Are Asking Right Now
Mon Oct 27 2025
In this engaging conversation, Holly Owens and Chelsea Maude Avirett discuss the evolving landscape of learning and development, particularly focusing on the interview process and job searching strategies. Holly shares her journey from teaching to instructional design, highlighting the importance of resources for job seekers. They explore trends in interviews, the impact of AI, and the differences between corporate and higher education interviews. Networking strategies and the significance of confidence in job searching are emphasized, encouraging listeners to value their experiences and create opportunities for themselves.
Connect with Chelsea + Access Her Resources:
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Chelsea on Linkedin
Connect with Holly + Access Her Resources:
Holly's Coaching Services
Holly's "Interview Pocket Guide"
Holly's "Unlock Your L&D Career: The Ultimate Resource Guide"
Holly on Linkedin
Grab your official EdUp L&D merch here:
L&D Store Link
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Episode Sponsor: iSpring Solutions
🎙️ Huge thanks to our friends at iSpring Solutions for sponsoring this episode of the EdUp L&D podcast! 🙌
If you haven’t already, be sure to check out the iSpring Learning Exchange Community — a vibrant space for creators, educators, and L&D pros to connect and grow.
Grateful for the support and excited to see what our community creates 💡
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In this engaging conversation, Holly Owens and Chelsea Maude Avirett discuss the evolving landscape of learning and development, particularly focusing on the interview process and job searching strategies. Holly shares her journey from teaching to instructional design, highlighting the importance of resources for job seekers. They explore trends in interviews, the impact of AI, and the differences between corporate and higher education interviews. Networking strategies and the significance of confidence in job searching are emphasized, encouraging listeners to value their experiences and create opportunities for themselves. Connect with Chelsea + Access Her Resources: Skip Chelsea on Linkedin Connect with Holly + Access Her Resources: Holly's Coaching Services Holly's "Interview Pocket Guide" Holly's "Unlock Your L&D Career: The Ultimate Resource Guide" Holly on Linkedin Grab your official EdUp L&D merch here: L&D Store Link ___________________________________ Episode Sponsor: iSpring Solutions 🎙️ Huge thanks to our friends at iSpring Solutions for sponsoring this episode of the EdUp L&D podcast! 🙌 If you haven’t already, be sure to check out the iSpring Learning Exchange Community — a vibrant space for creators, educators, and L&D pros to connect and grow. Grateful for the support and excited to see what our community creates 💡