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The Strategic Pause

The Strategic Pause

De : Katrina Kennedy and Jill Parish
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Welcome to The Strategic Pause- Mildly Unhinged Learning and Development pros Katrina Kennedy and Jill Parish press pause on the endless to-do list to have the conversations that actually matter.


In aviation and healthcare, a strategic pause can save lives. In business? We skip right past it. But not here. We're taking that pause to dig into what it really means to be in L&D—the work we do, the work people think we do, and why half the organization assumes we're the ones "who do all those trainings everyone hates."


Katrina brings 26+ years training tens of thousands of learners and a recent book on making learning stick. Jill brings her experience as CEO/Founder of ThinkDev an organizational development consulting firm. Together, we're exploring everything from building real community in a virtual world to why we're all so bad at PowerPoint to what we actually do on "no real pants" days.


Expect thoughtful conversations that veer into delightful tangents. Expect us to talk about books, reflection, neurodiversity, imposter syndrome, and the ridiculous things people think we can fix in half a day. Expect laughter (it's literally in our KPIs).


This is for the L&D professionals, the CLOs, the trainers, the facilitators—the people who know that real learning happens in connection, not compliance modules. If you've ever had to explain what you do three times and still got it wrong, this podcast is for you.

2026 Katrina Kennedy and Jill Parish Economie Management Management et direction
Épisodes
  • What Stands Out from Season One of The Strategic Pause?

    What Stands Out from Season One of The Strategic Pause?
    Jun 9 2026

    In this reflective episode, hosts Jill Parish and Katrina Kennedy look back on their first season of the podcast, sharing insights, lessons learned, and plans for future episodes. They explore the value of reflection, the evolution of their content, and the importance of authenticity and fun in their work.

    Keywords

    podcast reflection, learning and development, episode review, host insights, future planning, authenticity, fun in work

    Key topics

    Reflection techniques and exercises

    Podcast evolution and learning

    Host insights on authenticity and fun

    takeaways

    Reflection helps us move forward by looking back.

    Our conversations felt natural and easy, fostering authenticity.

    Listeners' feedback confirms our content's impact.

    Planning and structure will enhance future episodes.

    Humor and authenticity are key to engagement.

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to the Conversation

    00:04 Exploring Key Themes

    00:05 Season Reflection and Strategic Pauses

    03:06 What Stood Out in the Podcast Journey

    06:07 Emotional Takeaways from the Experience

    09:08 Learning and Development Insights

    12:06 Evolving Podcast Dynamics

    15:05 Looking Forward to Season Two

    19:14 Planning for Season Two

    21:53 Balancing Structure and Enjoyment

    24:48 Listener Engagement and Feedback

    26:48 Reflecting on Podcast Journey

    30:36 Embracing Imperfection and Growth

    🎙️ Hosted by Katrina Kennedy & Jill Parish

    Connect with Katrina & Jill

    ThinkDev

    Katrina Kennedy Training

    Linkedin: Katrina | Jill

    #TheStrategicPause#ThinkDev #LearningAndDevelopment

    The Strategic Pause releases new episodes the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays wherever you get podcasts.
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    35 min
  • What Makes a Great Consulting Partnership?

    What Makes a Great Consulting Partnership?
    May 26 2026

    In this episode, Katrina Kennedy and Jill Parish explore the ins and outs of partnering with consultants, sharing their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and insights on how organizations can maximize these relationships for success.

    Keywords

    consulting, organizational development, leadership training, organizational change, consulting relationships

    Key topics

    When to partner with a consultant and why

    Building trust and transparency in consulting relationships

    The importance of upfront discovery and clear communication

    Balancing internal and external resources for organizational change

    The role of ongoing relationships versus one-off projects

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to The Strategic Pause

    00:14 Setting the Tone for the Conversation

    00:25 Introduction to Consulting Partnerships

    03:22 Paths to Consulting: Personal Journeys

    06:38 Understanding the Consultant's Role

    09:38 When to Engage a Consultant

    12:15 Challenges in Consultant Engagement

    15:19 Building Effective Relationships

    18:30 The Importance of Transparency and Trust

    21:27 Consultant Insights and Observations

    24:38 Final Thoughts on Consulting Partnerships

    🎙️ Hosted by Katrina Kennedy & Jill Parish

    Connect with Katrina & Jill

    ThinkDev

    Katrina Kennedy Training

    Linkedin: Katrina | Jill

    #TheStrategicPause#ThinkDev #LearningAndDevelopment

    The Strategic Pause releases new episodes the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays wherever you get podcasts.
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    32 min
  • What Do Organizations Get Right With Leadership?

    What Do Organizations Get Right With Leadership?
    May 12 2026

    In this episode, Jill Parish and Katrina Kennedy explore what organizations are doing right in leadership development, emphasizing the importance of external expertise, strategic investment, and reflection in cultivating effective leaders.

    Keywords

    leadership development, organizational growth, external expertise, reflection, leadership programs, team building, conflict resolution, organizational change

    Key Takeaways

    • Investing in leadership skills before crises
    • External expertise enhances internal programs
    • The role of self-awareness and reflection
    • Optimal program length and structure
    • Building trust and managing conflict

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Leadership Development

    02:59 Investing in Leadership Skills

    06:40 The Role of External Expertise

    10:13 Ideal Leadership Program Structure

    16:29 Key Topics for Future Leaders

    22:13 The Importance of Reflection in Leadership

    26:56 Building Relationships Through Leadership Programs

    🎙️ Hosted by Katrina Kennedy & Jill Parish

    Connect with Katrina & Jill

    ThinkDev

    Katrina Kennedy Training

    Linkedin: Katrina | Jill

    #TheStrategicPause #ThinkDev #LearningAndDevelopment

    The Strategic Pause releases new episodes the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays wherever you get podcasts.

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    31 min
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