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Agility and AI in L&D with Jessica Sieminski of Nationwide
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Agility and AI in L&D with Jessica Sieminski of Nationwide

Jessica Sieminski, Director of Learning and Performance at Nationwide, joins us in this episode to discuss how L&D professionals and the industry can evolve and leverage AI and technology. She highlights the critical skills humans will need to succ...

Learning Leader Spotlight: Interviews with corporate L&D leaders · Leigh Anne Lankford

November 18, 202419m 2s

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Show Notes

Jessica Sieminski, Director of Learning and Performance at Nationwide, joins us in this episode to discuss how L&D professionals and the industry can evolve and leverage AI and technology. She highlights the critical skills humans will need to succeed in a future where using AI for work becomes as common as using a calculator or computer. She emphasizes the importance of critical thinking, adaptability, and professional agility.


Key Takeaways:


​​(02:05) Nationwide Financial’s three learning pillars are onboarding, sales technology training and sales skills training.

(05:13) Introduction of AI into the L&D field.

(06:18) Nationwide’s approach to AI is keeping a “human in the lead” to ensure quality and relevance.

(08:06) Workers will soon use AI as commonly as calculators, phones or computers.

(08:50) AI can help create unique, individualized learning plans for each learner.

(09:43) Critical thinking will become essential as AI transforms L&D.

(11:36) Adaptability is no longer optional in L&D with the accelerating technological change — it’s essential for success.

(13:44) LinkedIn is ideal for connecting with and learning from other professionals.

(16:24) “The Four Tendencies” framework helps personalize coaching for team engagement.


Resources Mentioned:


Jessica Sieminski -

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicasieminski/


Nationwide -

https://www.linkedin.com/company/nationwide/


“The Four Tendencies” by Gretchen Rubin -

https://gretchenrubin.com/books/the-four-tendencies/





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