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# [Erika Ullmann (Virgin Media Ireland): The Increasing Need for Intentional Learning](https://blog.sureskills.com/podcast-s2-e13-christopher-lind-the-airing-of-grievances)

 Written by [Simon Behan](https://blog.sureskills.com/author/simon-behan) | Feb 23, 2022 6:00:00 AM

Summary:

My latest guest on the Learn to Grow Podcast is Erika Ullmann, Learning and Development Director at Virgin Media Ireland.

Erika is one of the most conscientious L&D leaders I have met, and she is doing incredible work not just providing learning opportunities, but opening peoples eyes to their identities as learners.

In our conversation, we discuss:

- How to align learning with a strategic vision
- The importance of a holistic approach to learning that considers the human at the core
- Why great learners are happy learners
- Why self awareness is the basis of effective learning
- The role of deliberate practice in learning and growth
- The importance of organic (inspirational!) conversations between learners with shared passions
- The evolution of L&D and the need for empathetic leadership

You can find [Erika on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/erikadeffaisseullmann/?originalSubdomain=ie)!

To get in touch with me, [Simon Behan, reach out on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/simonbehan/) or email me at simon.behan@sureskills.com

At SureSkills, we deliver learning services to the worlds leading technology companies and global organizations.

To learn more, head over to [www.SureSkills.com](https://www.sureskills.com/What-we-do/Learning-Services) or download this eBook: [Foundations of a Successful Learning Experience](https://info.sureskills.com/foundations-ebook). 

Thanks for listening!

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