Nicole Brodsky

Energizer
DISC Type : I

Sr. Instructional Designer at eNgine

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

Overview

Nicole Brodsky is a Senior Instructional Designer with over 20 years of experience transitioning from a university professor to an e-learning developer. She excels at translating complex concepts into engaging learning experiences using tools like Articulate Storyline 360. She holds an MFA from San Francisco State University.

Outside of work, Nicole is an accomplished writer and poet, having published a collection of poems titled "Getting Word" and short fiction. Her background is deeply rooted in creative writing and communication, which she taught for many years at the university level. She has also volunteered as an instructor for inmates.

Unique fact: Nicole volunteered for the University Prison Project, where she designed and taught a literature-based writing course to inmates at San Quentin State Prison.

Personality Overview

Big Picture Person

Believer

Full Of Energy

They are always positive and upbeat, so take their promises with a pinch of salt.  Unlike C or D types, they are vocal with their opinions but not so much with their questions. They are not always early adopters but can be pursuaded by leveraging strong relationships.

Topics They Care About

E-learning Development
Her Articulate Storyline portfolio was cited by recruiters as the primary reason she was hired for her first instructional design position after academia.
Creative Writing & Poetry
Holds an MFA in Poetry, has published a book of poems that won the Michael Rubin Award, and taught creative writing at multiple universities for years.
Interactive Pedagogy
Throughout her 20+ year career in higher education, she focused on creating interactive courses and engaging learning activities on various learning management systems.

Media Appearances

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Work History

1-2022
Sr. Instructional Designer at eNgine
2019 - 2021
Teaching Assistant Professor at Duquesne University
1-2007 - 5-2007
Instructor at University Prison Project
2006 - 2019
Adjunct Professor at University of San Francisco
2002 - 2006
Instructor at De Anza College

Education

1995 - 2000
Master of Fine Arts - MFA; Master of Arts - MA from San Francisco State University
1990 - 1994
Bachelor of Arts - BA from University of Florida

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Insights For Selling To Nicole

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Talk anecdotally about the customer experience that your product offers
  • Be friendly and entertaining in your conversation
  • Speak enthusiastically with energy, maintain a clear and confident tone

DONT's

  • Avoid overloading them with too much detail
  • Don’t assume a yes just because they have not said no
  • Don’t be too formal, focus on building comfort and trust

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Nicole is

  • Relationship and rapport can play an important role, sometimes more than the other factors.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Nicole

  • They will probably never say no directly, you have to make that decision yourself.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Nicole move?

  • They are not the quickest decision makers, their friendly attitude could be misleading.
  • Can Nicole take some risk or not?

  • They can accept limited risks, ones that they think will not impact them personally.

You And Nicole

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