Beyond Knowledge: Embedding Behavioral Change in Professional Development

Drawing on insights from an International Research Fellowship, this interactive workshop introduces a future-ready framework that moves beyond information delivery to ensure new skills and behaviors are embedded and sustained. Using principles from Nudge Theory, the Spacing Effect, and Emotional Intelligence, attendees will discover how to design iterative, reflective, and high-impact learning experiences that increase engagement, retention, and application in the workplace.  

Whether you’re designing leadership training, upskilling employees, or building a future-ready workforce, this session will equip you with strategies to drive real transformation. Join Michele Tocci to explore how to turn professional development into a catalyst for sustained behavioral change.  

Learning Objectives:  

Participants will:  

• Learn why one-off training fails and how to design learning for long-term impact   

• Explore practical strategies to bridge the gap between learning and doing  

• Gain actionable tools to enhance learning design and engagement