L&D Career Resources
ESSENTIAL RESOURCES FOR L&D PROFESSIONALS.
These resources below are designed to support your growth as a learning and development (L&D) leader. Dive in to find tools, templates and insights that will empower you to elevate your L&D practice and drive business success. Make sure to bookmark this page to have these resources on hand at all times!
ASSESSMENT & SELF-REFLECTION |
 | [Assessment] Training Manager Competency Assessment | | [Assessment] L&D Career and Salary Survey |
| [Quiz] L&D Myths Quiz | | [Quiz] Is CPTM Right for Me Quiz |
| [Quiz] Is Your Organization AI Ready? |  | [Connect] Professional Development Consultation |
PLAN YOUR TEAM’S DEVELOPMENT
Organizational impact starts with a strategically aligned team. Training Industry Courses offers several professional development options for L&D teams.
CAREER GROWTH & STRATEGY |
 | [Resource] L&D Careers and Salary Survey Report | | [Resource] The Career & Salary Survey Infographic |
 | [Courses] The Training Industry Courses Catalog | | [Certification] Training Industry’s Certified Professional in Training Management (CPTM™) Program |
 | [Newsletter] Learning Leader Ladder — Monthly Power-Up of Insights |  | [Webinar] Charting Your L&D Career Path: Strategies and Insights |
 | [Podcast] The Business of Learning, Episode 75: Building Business Acumen as a Learning Leader | | [Podcast] The Business of Learning, Episode 76: L&D Lessons Learned — Career Advice for Training Professionals |
 | [Article] Telling Your L&D Career Story | | [Article] Determining The Value of Your Training Department |
| [Article] Top 10 Essential Skills Every L&D Leader Should Develop | | [Article] 10 Career Tips for New L&D Professionals |
| [Article] Elevate Your Job Applications: 3 Essential Tips for Training Professionals | | [Article] Growing Your Influence Through L&D Networking: 4 Key Steps |
| [Article] Open to Work: A Guide to Finding Your Next L&D Role |
TOOLS, TEMPLATES & FRAMEWORKS |
| [Checklist] The 6-Step Checklist to Conquering Your First Year as a Training Manager | | [Guide] Guide to the Training Manager Competency Model |
| [Template] Professional Development Plan Template | | [Guide] Your Guide to the Elements of an L&D Plan |
| [Guide] Certifications for Training Professionals | | [Guide] Guide on How to Get Your Manager’s Approval for Training Industry Courses |
| [Infographic] Leading the Training Function: Tips From the Trenches | | [Infographic] The Case for Investing in Training Managers Infographic |
 | [Wiki] Training Process Framework | | [Guide] How to Build an L&D Report: 7 Key Steps |
| [Resource] Tools & Templates for the Learning Leader |  | [Resource] L&D Job Roles |
OTHER RESOURCES |
- [Resource] Top Staffing and Temporary Resources Companies
- [Article] How To Assess and Bridge Your Skills Gaps as an L&D Leader: A 4-step Process
- [E-Book] Career Pathways in Learning and Development: Perspectives and Strategies for Your Training Career
- [Article] Charting Your Path in the Training Industry: A Guide for New Professionals
- [Article] Your Brand Is Your Promise: Personal Branding Tips for L&D Leaders
- [Article] From Learning Leader to Solopreneur: Your Guide to Becoming an Independent Consultant
- [Article] Make a Better Business Case for Your Projects: 10 Steps to Secure Approval When There Is No Budget
- [Article] How to Convince Your Manager to Sign Off on Your Own Training
- [Podcast] The Business of Learning, Episode 60: Leading Learning
- [Article] Biohacking Your Career Goals
- [Article] 3 Steps To Follow After Getting Laid Off: Tips for L&D Professionals
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