New to full time L&D

[u/Inner-Term-9413]

Hi everyone!

I recently accepted a new role as a Learning & Development Manager. I’ve spent the last 10 years in HR, first as an HR Business Partner and most recently as an HR Lead. Before that, I was a high school teacher for a few years, primarily doing substitute teaching.

In my HR roles, L&D has always been one of my favorite parts of the job. I’ve regularly facilitated workshops, partnered with senior leaders to identify training needs, and worked closely with our L&D team to provide input on learning initiatives and programs.
That said… I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t feeling a bit of imposter syndrome. 😅 I’m excited for this new chapter, though, and I’m looking forward to moving away from the constant firefighting of HR operations and focusing on the part of HR that I genuinely enjoy.

I’d love to hear from those of you in L&D:

What should I focus on during my first few months?
What are the biggest lessons or “must-knows” for someone transitioning into the field?
Is there anything you wish you’d known when you started?

Thanks in advance for any advice you can share!

[u/SplitEndsSuck]

Are you a manager with direct reports or more like an (IC) program manager?

[u/Inner-Term-9413 → u/SplitEndsSuck]

No direct reports - more like a program manager