The HR Dialogues · 2026-05-14 · 33 min
Why do traditional training metrics fail to show business impact? A learning expert shares key insights for HR on how to measure what truly matters and prove the value of learning. Welcome to The HR Dialogues with Dr. Dieter Veldsman! Join AIHR’s Chief HR Scientist to learn from People Practitioners as they navigate the changing world of work. In this episode, Dr. Dieter Veldsman sits down with Dr. Alaina Szlachta, learning strategist and data expert. Together, they unpack the limitations of traditional learning metrics and explore how HR can better connect learning to real business outcomes. Alaina has over 20 years of experience in learning and development. She has worked as an L&D professional, trainer, professor, researcher, and business owner. She is now helping organizations and entrepreneurs build data-driven learning strategies and drive smarter decisions. In this episdoe, we’ll discuss: Why completion rates, satisfaction scores, and quizzes don’t prove impact How to shift from learning metrics to behavior and performance The role of work environment and organizational systems in driving behavior change Ready for the full experience? Watch the episode in video format.
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