A podcast for talent and learning leaders, Parallax Pivot explores workforce strategy from every angle. From challenging conventional wisdom, to exploring trending topics like talent mobility, skills architecture, and AI adoption, episodes will provide the perspective and insight leaders need to navigate the future with confidence.
Parallax Pivot is produced by Educe Group (Educe) (https://educegroup.com) and hosted by Nyla Reed, Founding Partner.
Episode 5 - Across Generations: A Conversation About Work, Culture, and AI
What really separates generations at work and where do the stereotypes fall short?
Host Nyla Reed sits down with Educe colleagues Griffin Fernandez, Brandon Williams, and Ellie Bertone for a candid cross-generational conversation about communication, workplace culture, remote work, and the growing role of AI. From cameras-on meeting norms and email versus phone preferences, to concerns about AI and skills atrophy, the panel explores what each generation can learn from the others and what the future of work may require from all of us.
Chapters:
0:20 — Episode Introduction
1:47 — Introducing the Generational Panel and Stereotypes
1:53 — Griffin Fernandez, The Boomer Generation
2:28 — Brandon Williams, The Millennials
3:07 — Ellie Bertone, Gen Z
3:34 — Nyla Reed, Gen X
3:54 — Workplace Stereotypes and Generational Challenges
4:36 — Technology Adoption Across Generations
4:56 — Balancing Technology Use and Traditional Methods
6:55 — Meeting Culture and Camera Usage Preferences
8:56 — Age Bias and Virtual Meeting Dynamics
10:31 — Communication Preferences: IM, Email, and Calls
13:48 — AI in the Workplace: Opportunities and Risks
15:49 — Using AI as a Work Tool and Creativity Concerns
17:00 — AI Dependence and Skill Atrophy
20:42 — The Future of Work: Optimism and Skepticism
26:47 — Lessons from William and Mary and Lifelong Learning
29:38 — Episode Wrap-up
Connect With:
Nyla Reed - LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/nylareed/)
Griffin Fernandez - LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/griffinfernandez/)
Brandon Williams - LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/bdotw/)
Ellie Bertone - LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/eleanorjbright/)
14 Aug 2026
Episode 4 - The Human Side of AI Readiness: Why Skills are the Key to Transformation
In this episode of Parallax Pivot, Nyla Reed sits down with Kyle Lacy, Chief Marketing Officer at Docebo, to explore the growing AI readiness gap and what L&D leaders can learn from marketing's evolution toward personalization. Drawing on research conducted by Docebo of more than 2,000 employees and learning leaders, they discuss why AI transformation is ultimately a human capability challenge, not just a technology challenge.
Chapters:
00:29 Episode Introduction
02:06 AI Readiness: The Human Capability Gap
05:04 Why AI Adoption Stalls at the Surface and the Connection to Skills
07:31 Skills and Personalized Learning
12:57 The Opportunity for L&D Leaders
15:30 Aligning Learning With Business Strategy
20:06 Reskilling in Practice: The IKEA Example
23:03 A Positive Path Forward for L&D
24:42 Summary and Wrap-Up
Resources & Links
The AI Readiness Gap Research Report (https://www.docebo.com/research/ai-readiness-gap-report-2026/)
Educe Skills Management Framework (https://educegroup.com/resource/guide/skills-management-a-framework-for-accelerating-adoption/)
Connect with:
Nyla Reed - LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/nylareed/)
Kyle Lacy - LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylelacy/)
7 Jul 2026
Episode 3 - AI, Skills, and the Judgment Gap
As organizations race to adopt AI and build skills-based talent strategies, most conversations focus on automation, efficiency, and what technology can do better than humans.
This episode takes a different perspective. Host Nyla Reed explores the capabilities that become more important in an AI-enabled workplace. From emotional intelligence and ethical decision-making to trust, context, and sensemaking, she examines why the future of talent management depends as much on human judgment as it does on technological advancement.
Drawing from a real-world example of AI misuse in a client interaction, Nyla challenges listeners to think beyond automation and consider a more important question:
As AI gets better, what human capabilities become indispensable?
Chapters
00:00 Episode Introduction
01:35 AI Gone Wrong: A Real Example
03:06 AI is a Force Multiplier, Not a Decision-Maker
04:56 The Importance of Context in Talent Decisions
07:51 Human Skill #1: Emotional Intelligence
08:49 Human Skill #2: Judgment
12:10 Human Skill #3: Building Trust & Relationships
13:58 Human Skill #4: Sense Making
15:21 AI’s Role: Enhancing and Supporting, Not Replacing Human Skills
16:25 What Will AI Never Replace in Talent Management?
17:13 The Real Risk of AI: Failing to Invest in Human Capability
17:52 Summary and Wrap-Up
3 Jun 2026
Episode 2 - From Paralysis to Action: Pivoting Toward a Skills-Driven Workforce
In this episode of Parallax Pivot, Educe (https://educegroup.com)Founding Partner and host Nyla Reed and guest Josh Silva, Principal at Educe explore the evolving landscape of skills-based talent practices, emphasizing the need for organizations to pivot from static, compliance-driven processes to flexible, organic, and AI-powered strategies to fully embrace skills management.
Key Topics:
Challenges in adopting skills-based talent practices
The contrast between traditional compliance processes and organic, employee-driven skill development
The Educe Skills Management Framework and its three work streams: Upskilling, Qualification, and Mobilization
Leveraging AI for scalable, real-time skills mapping and talent matching
The importance of viewing skills management as a continuous journey, not a one-time launch
Chapters:
00:00 Episode Introduction
00:34 Guest Introduction and Background
02:07 Why Skills? Why Now?
04:14 Challenges in Adoption
07:01 A Framework for Skills Management
09:05 Work Stream 1: Upskilling
12:09 Work Stream 2: Qualification
15:37 Work Stream 3: Mobilization
17:27 The Role of AI in Skills Management
20:08 Mindset Shift for Leaders
20:46 Closing Remarks and Resources
Resources & Links:
· Educe Skills Management Framework (https://educegroup.com/resource/guide/skills-management-a-framework-for-accelerating-adoption/)
Connect with:
· Nyla Reed - LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/nylareed/)
· Josh Silva - LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/josuesilvahcm/)
3 Jun 2026
Episode 1 - Introduction to Parallax Pivot (Trailer)
Episode Description:
In this episode of Parallax Pivot, Educe (https://educegroup.com)Founding Partner and host Nyla Reed provides an overview of Parallax Pivot, her background, and why HR and learning leaders should tune into the show.
Chapters:
00:00 Welcome to Parallax Pivot
00:35 What is Parallax Pivot?
01:44 About the Show’s Host
02:42 Why Should You Listen to Parallax Pivot?
04:08 Where Can I Find New Episodes?
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