by multiplytransfer.com
The only podcast 100% focused on Learning Transfer and turning learning into improved performance. This podcast is for people in L&D who want to design and deliver effective training and help others to grow through learning. For more on the science of transfer and actionable approaches to maximise performance visit multiplytransfer.com
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April 3, 2026
<p>Houra Amin explains why completion metrics are killing L&D credibility, and shares a behavioral science approach to measuring what actually matters.</p><p><br></p><p>The episode discusses why L&D teams struggle to prove training impact beyond completion rates and satisfaction scores, and how this leaves them out of strategic conversations and vulnerable to budget cuts. </p><p><br></p><p>Houra Amin, founder of Blue Jay Learning, argues measurement fails when business outcomes aren’t defined upfront; teams should start with existing baseline indicators such as errors, delays, or complaints, even if data is messy. </p><p><br></p><p>She explains turning vague problems into measurable outcomes and observable behaviours, prioritising outcomes by importance and stakeholder satisfaction, and linking leading indicators (behaviour changes) to lagging indicators (operational KPIs and broader business priorities) to show credible contribution rather than perfect causation. </p><p><br></p><p>-----------</p><p><a href="https://multiplytransfer.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">multiplytransfer.com</a></p><p>-----------</p><p><br></p><p>Houra Amin is the founder of Blue Jay Learning, where she helps organisations design learning strategies and programmes that shift behaviour and improve performance in ways that are meaningful to the business. With a background in Educational Psychology and a deep interest in behavioural science, she works with clients to move beyond content and activity, and towards interventions that are strategically aligned and measurable.<br>Her work focuses on clarifying business outcomes, understanding the jobs people are trying to get done, and designing environments and experiences where the right behaviours become easier. She has supported global organisations across financial services, healthcare, and energy.<br> <br>LinkedIn:<br><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/houraamin/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/houraamin/</a><br><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/blue-jay-learning/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/blue-jay-learning/</a></p>
February 13, 2026
<p>The Elephant in the Training Room with Julie Dirksen. In this episode of Multiply Transfer Radio, host Fergal Connolly interviews learning and development expert Julie Dirksen about effective training strategies. They discuss the limitations of traditional training methods, stressing the importance of practical application and reinforcing learning in the workplace. Julie emphasizes the need to move beyond simply creating content by understanding the intricacies of how people actually learn and making training relevant and meaningful. Key takeaways include the significance of repeated exposure, the role of managers in reinforcing training, and understanding the emotional and practical needs of learners. Julie also highlights upcoming trends in virtual reality and artificial intelligence that could revolutionize learning experiences. </p><p>00:00 Introduction to Multiply Transfer Radio </p><p>02:30 Understanding Effective Learning Design </p><p>04:39 Challenges in Learning Application </p><p>07:35 The Importance of Iterative Learning </p><p>10:20 Making Learning Meaningful and Contextual </p><p>16:37 Addressing Modern Learning Distractions </p><p>20:35 The Rider and the Elephant Metaphor </p><p>23:41 The Disconnect Between Logic and Emotion in Learning </p><p>26:15 Understanding Audience Motivation </p><p>27:07 Designing Learning for Behavior Change </p><p>34:14 The Role of Managers in Learning Transfer </p><p>40:12 Exciting Research and Emerging Ideas </p><p>44:41 Practical Advice for Effective Training </p><p>46:52 Conclusion and Key Takeaways</p><p><br></p><p>Go to <a href="www.multiplytransfer.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">MutiplyTransfer.com</a> for more application focused learning transfer materials. </p><p><br></p><p>Julie Dirksen can be found at:</p><ul><li>LinkedIn profile: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliedirksen/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliedirksen/</a></li><li>Facebook group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/designforhowpeoplelearn">https://www.facebook.com/groups/designforhowpeoplelearn</a></li><li>Julie’s online course: <a href="https://designbetterlearning.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://designbetterlearning.com/</a></li><li>Julie’s current workshop offerings: <a href="https://usablelearning.com/current/">https://usablelearning.com/current/</a></li></ul>
December 21, 2021
<p>Kevin Redmond of <a href="https://mytribel.com/" target="_blank">Mytribel.com</a> joins to share how you can turn everything you have learned from this podcast into repeatable and sustained behaviors using a simple process of understanding, remembering, and practice. </p> <p><br></p> <p><a href="https://www.fergalconnolly.com/" target="_blank">fergalconnolly.com</a></p>
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The only podcast 100% focused on Learning Transfer and turning learning into improved performance. This podcast is for people in L&D who want to design and deliver effective training and help others to grow through learning.
For more on the science of transfer and actionable approaches to maximise performance visit multiplytransfer.com
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