Author name: Tory

Building Stronger Bonds with Subject Matter Experts: Why It Matters and How to Start

In the world of instructional design and learning development, Subject Matter Experts are often the gatekeepers of knowledge. They hold the insights, the real-world experience, and the context needed to create effective learning solutions. But here’s the truth — the best instructional content doesn’t come from a checklist of questions. It comes from relationships built […]

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Onboarding Presentation

A high-impact, in-person training experience designed to boost sales performance. Sometimes, the best training happens face-to-face. For this project, I developed a full-day, instructor-led sales training that combined compelling visuals, interactive discussions, and real-world scenarios to keep participants engaged and learning. This wasn’t just a slide deck—it was a strategically designed, story-driven experience that helped

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Mobile-First Business Building Courses for Franchisees

Training designed for busy entrepreneurs who need answers on the go. Franchise owners juggle marketing, operations, and growth strategies—all while running their business. This mobile-first eLearning series gave them quick, actionable training to expand into commercial markets, increase revenue, and optimize daily operations. Designed for easy access on any device, this course let franchisees learn

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Interactive Sales Training for Reps

Helping sales teams close more deals with confidence. Selling isn’t just about knowing the product, it’s about knowing how to communicate value. This custom eLearning course used interactive branching scenarios, decision points, and real-world objections to help sales reps refine their approach. By practicing conversations in a low-risk, high-engagement environment, reps walked away more prepared,

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Award-Winning Onboarding Scavenger Hunt

A fresh, interactive approach to onboarding that engages employees from day one. Traditional onboarding can feel overwhelming—or worse, forgettable. This award-winning scavenger hunt experience flipped the script by turning orientation into an interactive journey. Using NFC-enabled activities and multimedia storytelling, new hires explored their workplace, connected with colleagues, and learned company culture in a way

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Award-Winning Onboarding Project

Project Overview When new hires join an organization, their first day often sets the tone for their journey ahead. Traditional onboarding processes, while functional, can sometimes feel overwhelming or uninspiring. Enter Tap to Triumph: a digital scavenger hunt that transforms onboarding into an engaging, interactive experience. The idea for Tap to Triumph was born out

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Underground Instructional Designer Podcast

It’s official! There’s a new L&D podcast on the block. Tory Hord hosts the Underground Instructional Designer Podcast, focusing on learning and development, instructional design, and entrepreneurship. The title stems from her basement office and punk rock influences, representing a rebellion against traditional training methods. The podcast aims to break down silos in instructional design,

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Mobile-First Design

The evolving landscape of on-demand learning is gaining significance each year. This is why it’s more important to meet your audience where they are and according to their needs. Here’s a few great statistics that support mobile learning: When thinking about mobile learning, it’s important to start with the question – what device will the

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