Results of end of year survey 2008

1. Do you feel the L&D Professionals Forum is a worthwhile addition to the Sydney L&D community?
Yes
This is a quality offering that allows L&D professionals to learn and grow
Definitely!
Absolutely, 100% worthwhile.
Absolutely
I've really learnt a lot from the forums I've attended this year. Great networking exercise as well
Yes - it gives a great opportunity to learn (always important) and to network
Absolutely, Steph you have done a wonderful job in setting up this forum and I think it is seen as valuable by all that attend
Well done!!
Yes
Yes
Absolutely!
Definitely - they are a great opportunity to network with like minded individuals
Yes, very welcome
Absolutely

2. Four events were offered during 2008: a) Evaluating & measuring learning - hosted and led by IAG b) Leadership using contemporary learning technologies - hosted and led by Deloitte c) Performance Management panel - hosted by Mallesons and led by Hewitt, Red Roo Consulting, Acelero and BTS d) Conscious leadership - hosted by Challenger and led by Aspirall How many events did you attend?
4 - 8.3%
3 - 33.3%
2 - 41.7%
1 - 16.7%

3. Which event(s) stood out for you and made you think?
Evaluating & measuring learning - 41.7%
Leadership using contemporary learning technologies - 50%
Performance Management panel - 8.3%
Conscious leadership - 50%

4. Did you promote the L&D Professionals Forum to anyone in your network or invite anyone to attend an event in 2008?
Yes - 91.7%
No - 8.3%

5. What key topics/ themes would you like to see addressed at future events? Please list as many as possible.
Managing Learning & development requirements in turbulent times
Innovation in learning Case study / show case
Outstanding learning operations
How to influence others in setting up a "new" L&D Department
Grow your reach within an organisation to be more effective
Annual update on "cutting-edge" technology used in Learning Delivery
Global trends in Learning [for e.g. use of eLearning vs face-to-face; focus on technical vs leadership learning etc]
Comparison of profiling tools & models, such as DiSC, MBTI - Informal learning, techniques for promoting and measuring
Innovative e-learning
Best practice learning management systems
Thought leadership
Effects of a tough economy on L&D
Fresh ideas on reinforcement
Open to other topics
More on Leadership Development, Talent Management, Executive Coaching, e-Learning Best practices
L&D in a downturned climate - how to make sure the training budget is not the first thing cut!
Blended learning - what is it and how is it done effectively
L&D in volatile times ROI on L&D - how to gauge it
How to cope with budget cuts in training
Strategically aligning L&D functions
'Best of' training games/icebreakers
Making L&D invaluable to the business Leadership

6. Do you have a specific topic/ theme that you would like promote/ present/ share at a future event? If so, please leave your name and contact details.
Answers confidential

7. Would you be prepared to host a future event? If so, please include your name & contact details.
Answers confidential

8. Events are currently scheduled every quarter. How often would you like to see events scheduled?
Every month - 0%
Every two months - 33.3%
Every quarter - 66.7%
Every six months - 0%

9. Events are currently offered free of charge. What would you be prepared to pay to attend a future event?
Up to $25 pp - 75%
Up to $50 pp - 16.7%
Up to $75 pp - 0%
Up to $100 pp - 0%
I would not be prepared to pay - 25%

10. How often do you refer to the L&D Professionals Forum website?
Weekly - 0%
Fortnightly - 0%
Monthly - 25%
Quarterly - 25%
Every 6 months - 16.7%
Annually - 0%
I didn't know there was a website available - 33.3%