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1. Let's Not Do Things Differently, Let's Do Things Strategically! With Dr. Carrie Graham Dr. Christie McMullen 37:16

In this episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie welcomes a long-time friend and former Catawba College alum, Dr. Carrie Graham, a workplace learning strategies.

Together they explore the power of effective training programs and the significance of understanding the learners’ needs. Dr. Graham shares her journey from sports medicine to transforming organizational training systems, emphasizing strategic thinking and shared values.

They discuss creating environments of peace and joy in professional learning, offering amazing insights for leaders aiming to foster Growth and fulfillment within their teams.

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Episode Highlights:

00:00 Introduction and Special Birthday Shoutout

01:17 Meet Dr. Carrie Graham

02:53 The Importance of Effective Training

03:31 Dr. Graham’s Journey and Insights

05:04 Challenges in Training Programs

06:58 Creating Impactful Training Programs

17:55 Defining Productive Joy

22:15 Advice for Leaders

28:07 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Dr. Christie McMullen is a best-selling author and 25-year educator turned entrepreneur who can help you make work fun! She has worked with thousands of adults in multiple industries at organizations like Aetna, ReMax, Solaris, and RISE to improve human interactions.

With a masters and doctorate in Educational Leadership and two and a half decades of practical experience she is able to connect with CEOs, directors, educators, salespeople, and everyone in between.

As a coach, networking specialist, and keynote speaker she can help any human overcome mediocrity to experience extraordinary interactions with others. She can help you AIM, Analyze your current interactions, Improve on those interactions, and Move towards extraordinary relationships.

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