Insight to Impact Series
Watch our Insight to Impact video series hosted by the Udemy VP of Global Customer Success, Caoimhe Carlos, for candid conversations with global learning leaders. In each episode, they’ll share insights based on research and experience and offer strategies for optimizing learning that you can apply at your organization. Perfect for learning professionals eager to stay ahead, this series will help you transform your training initiatives and have fun along the way.
Episode 7
Human Performance in the age of AI
37:42 min
In this episode of Udemy’s Insights to Impact series, Udemy Chief Skills & Learning Officer Sarah Healy speaks with Kate O’Hara Hatchley, Head of People Experience at McLaren Racing, about human performance in the age of AI. Discover how high-performance culture, leadership development and learning & development strategies drive sustained success under pressure at McLaren. From building trust and psychological safety to embedding continuous improvement through ‘hot and cold’ debriefs, this conversation offers practical insights for L&D, HR and talent leaders. Learn how to align skills development, mindset and wellbeing to unlock performance and future-proof your workforce.
Episode 6
Breaking Barriers – The Path to a Sustainable Learning Culture
28:06 min
Breaking Barriers – The Path to a Sustainable Learning Culture features Jane Morrin, Senior Director, EMEA Marketing at Udemy, in conversation with Laura Medina, Head of CoE Learning and Development and Vice President at DEKRA Group.
In this insightful session, they explore how organisations can move beyond short-term training programmes to build learning cultures that endure. The discussion focuses on leadership mindset, purposeful use of technology, and creating environments where continuous learning and experimentation thrive. Designed for learning leaders, HR professionals, and executives, this 30 minute discussion offers practical guidance on future-proofing skills, driving engagement, and embedding learning into everyday work. Watch now to learn how to turn learning into a lasting strategic advantage.
Episode 5
Leadership Lessons from Elite Coaching
46:24 min
Join Udemy’s Chief Skills and Learning Officer, Sarah Healy, and one of rugby’s most respected leaders, Stuart Lancaster, Head Coach of Connacht Rugby, for a powerful episode of the Insights to Impact.
Stuart, formerly head coach of the English national team, shares his journey and core philosophy: leadership is a skill that can be learned. Learn how to build self-awareness, practice decision-making under pressure, and cultivate the “invisible rope” of influence and trust with your team. Discover practical steps for personal development, finding purpose, and the importance of proactive learning to continuously build your credibility.
To learn even more about Stuart’s leadership philosophies you can watch his course here.
Episode 4
Investing in People, Igniting Possibilities: Old Mutual’s Learning Journey
33:44 min
In this episode of Insight to Impact, Caroline Marwisa, Group Head of Learning at Old Mutual, shares how the organization is building a future-fit workforce through strategic alignment, cross-functional collaboration, and a strong culture of continuous learning. Discover how Old Mutual is leveraging ecosystem thinking, empowering learning professionals, and scaling impactful development programs across Africa and beyond. Caroline offers valuable insights into leading large-scale transformation, driving engagement, and measuring success in a meaningful way. Whether you’re rethinking your learning strategy or looking for fresh inspiration, this conversation is a must-watch for today’s learning and talent leaders. Watch the full episode now.
Episode 3
Democratizing Development: Building Skills Across the Workforce
36:37 min
In this episode of Insight to Impact, join Udemy’s VP of Global Customer Success, Caoimhe Carlos, in conversation with Dudu Moloko, Group Head of Learning at FirstRand Group.
Dudu shares how FirstRand is transforming their approach to learning, scaling human potential across a decentralized business while preparing for the future of work in Africa and beyond. She explores the power of democratizing access to development, embedding learning into the flow of work, and staying responsive to global trends from frontier technologies to shifting demographics. Expect practical insights on learning design, cultural mindset, and aligning L&D with both business strategy and broader societal change.
Episode 2
Taking a Skills-Based Approach to Career Development
32:24 min
In this 30 minute video, Niamh O’Connell, Talent Director at Flutter International, joins Caoimhe Carlos, Udemy’s VP Global Customer Success, to explore how skills development and upskilling can revolutionize career paths. Discover how moving beyond traditional competency frameworks empowers internal mobility and cross-functional growth within your organization. Ideal for Learning & HR Professionals, this session offers practical insights on fostering a dynamic, adaptable workforce that thrives in today’s rapidly evolving business landscape.
Episode 1
How AI is Reshaping Skills Development
27:30 min
Join host Caoimhe Carlos and industry veteran and advisor Brenda Sugrue, a former Global CLO at Ernst & Young, as they explore how learning science and AI are transforming skills development. Find out how to use these tools to boost employee performance and retention in a big way, and get Brenda’s take on the challenges and opportunities of integrating AI into learning. Hint: It’s really important to align skills training with business goals. Watch and learn how to use AI for more effective, efficient, and engaging learning experiences.
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