ATD Houston 2024 Talent Development Conference

Unlocking the full potential of language models and generative AI often feels like navigating a whimsical yet confounding Wonderland. This session infuses design thinking into AI prompt crafting.

Attendees will explore how the framework guides them to:

• Assess AI strengths and user needs to identify optimal interaction points
• Transform vague requests into well-defined problem statements
• Embrace playful ideation techniques to generate nuanced prompts
• Leverage iterative feedback loops between user and AI to achieve collaborative creativity

This session embraces a hands-on approach with elements inspired by Lewis Carroll's Alice in Wonderland. Ideal for AI enthusiasts and those unfamiliar with AI, this presentation balances the technical aspects of prompt writing with an emphasis on igniting creativity.

After this session, you will be able to:

• Empathize with the end user and the AI tool by analyzing their needs, strengths, and limitations.
• Define a clear problem statement focused on achieving specific, measurable outcomes from the AI interaction.
• Ideate various creative prompts, drawing inspiration from Wonderland-like wordplay and playful constraints.
• Prototype various prompts, experimenting with different approaches to achieve the desired results.
• Test and analyze AI outputs, using design thinking's iterative mindset to refine prompts and improve collaboration with the AI.

Ready to unlock the power of Generative AI and revolutionize your L&D workflow? Join us for an interactive, judgment-free exploration of this cutting-edge technology. We'll guide you through the basics, share real-world examples from our learning team, and put the tools in your hands for practical experimentation.

In this session, you'll:

• Discover some publicly available Generative AI tools transforming the L&D landscape.
• Explore practical L&D use cases to inspire text and image generation projects.
• Practice drafting, refining, and chaining prompts to maximize the impact of your AI-generated content.
• Learn how to evaluate and rank different AI outputs to ensure the highest quality results.
• Leave with the knowledge and confidence to integrate Generative AI into your daily work, saving time and delivering exceptional learning experiences.

Do you ever question your accomplishments, even when others recognize your success? If nagging doubts whisper that you're a fraud, you might be experiencing imposter syndrome. This common phenomenon can affect anyone, regardless of their achievements or qualifications.
In this session, we'll explore the signs and symptoms of imposter syndrome, develop strategies to overcome self-doubt, and empower you to embrace your accomplishments confidently. You'll leave with practical tools and a renewed sense of self-belief, ready to silence that inner critic and reach your full potential.
In this session, you'll:

• Unmask your imposter: Learn to recognize the signs of imposter syndrome within yourself and others.
• Develop your monster-fighting toolkit: Discover proven strategies and coping mechanisms to silence self-doubt and build confidence.
• Help your team: Gain coaching techniques to support direct reports who struggle with imposter syndrome.
• Create your action plan: Leave with a personalized plan to conquer your imposter monster and achieve your full potential.