In this episode, I discuss the critical importance of aligning learning outcomes with goals in corporate training. I emphasize the common pitfalls instructional designers face, particularly when transitioning from traditional education to corporate environments. The conversation covers identifying performance gaps, writing effective behavioral learning outcomes, and connecting these outcomes to measurable business metrics to demonstrate training effectiveness and ROI. The episode concludes with a strong emphasis on the importance of alignment in instructional design as a foundational skill for success in the field.