What’s your “Figure It Out” moment in learning design?

Thanks to everyone who joined today’s Learning Luminaries with Tim Slade! Whether you attended the session or not, this thread is your space to share takeaways, exchange examples, and ask follow-up questions.

💡 Key takeaways

1️⃣ “FIFO” — Figure It ___ Out.
Growth happens when you’re pushed outside your comfort zone. The best work often comes from rolling up your sleeves and figuring it out as you go.

2️⃣ Great learning = great experience.
Instructional design is either elevated or detracted from the experience surrounding it — great visuals, an intuitive UI, and accessibility elevate the learning; poor design undermines it.

3️⃣ Stay practical about trends.
AI, VR, gamification… tools will change, but the fundamentals stay steady. Wait for a real use case before jumping on the next shiny thing.

4️⃣ Readiness isn’t a feeling — it’s action.
You don’t need permission to start. Competence builds confidence, and both come from doing the work.

5️⃣ Be an expert in your experience, not just your craft.
Tim’s advice for unlocking potential: your lived experiences are your superpower — share them freely.

💬 Let’s talk

Drop a note in the comments about your own “figure it out” moment. What did you try, and what did you learn? Feel free to link or screenshot an example if you have one!