Traditionally, business simulations and experiential learning tools have been the domain of university and corporate leadership development. But why stop there? The needs for human growth, reflection, decision-making, and behavior change aren’t limited to students or P&L leaders. They are universal.
Recently, we had the privilege of partnering with Raregivers, a remarkable nonprofit dedicated to supporting caregivers of those with uncured diseases. Together, we co-developed a custom Insight 2 Go (I2G) microlearning module to support their annual gala, aimed at equipping caregivers with “10 Essential Tips for Sustainable Caregiving.”
This collaboration was more than just a project. It was a proof point.
A Broader Canvas for Experiential Learning
Communication, influence, and navigating trade-offs aren’t exclusive to the workplace; they’re human essentials. When we begin to frame adult learning through that lens, its applications expand far beyond the boardroom or classroom.
The 2025 LinkedIn Learning Report, “The Rise of Career Champions,” reinforces this frame:
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91% of L&D professionals say that human skills are increasingly important.
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The most in-demand skills include critical thinking, relationship building, mentoring, analytical skills, and people management.
What makes these skills especially powerful is how easily they apply outside the workplace:
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Critical thinking – Is this video real or AI-generated? How should I interpret a political headline or a financial trend? What should our team prioritize this quarter to align with our company’s goals?
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Relationship building – How do I communicate more effectively with my partner? How do I navigate a disagreement with a sibling? How can I better influence a peer at work or build trust in a volunteer group?
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Mentoring – How do I guide a new colleague or a younger family member without telling them what to do? What does it mean to support someone’s growth rather than solve their problem for them?
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Analytical skills – Should I buy or lease this car? How do I compare long-term mortgage rates? Is now the right time to invest in this tool, training, or technology?
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People management – How do I set expectations with a babysitter, a contractor, or a team member? What does accountability look like when there’s no formal hierarchy? How can I motivate someone without micromanaging?
When adult learning addresses these human-centered moments, big and small, it becomes not only more accessible but more meaningful. It gives people the tools to lead more intentionally, not just in their careers but in their lives.
The Solution: Experiential Microlearning
This is where experiential microlearning steps in. We’ve long known that adults learn best by doing — through feedback, reflection, and context. But many microlearning tools deliver content passively, leaving behavior change to chance.
That’s why we created Insight 2 Go, a microlearning simulation platform built on decision-making and feedback loops, not passive content consumption.
Simulations allow us to slow time, test ideas, and reflect, a luxury real life doesn’t always offer. Whether you're leading a team or managing end-of-life care for a loved one, experiential microlearning builds both competence and confidence.
Each Insight 2 Go module delivers a scenario-based experience: Learners are dropped into a realistic situation, asked to make decisions, and given immediate, personalized feedback. This structure mirrors the way adults actually learn: by engaging in context-rich challenges, reflecting on outcomes, and adjusting their thinking over time.
And because Insight 2 Go is designed in bite-sized modules, typically 10–15 minutes long, it fits seamlessly into the flow of daily life. You can complete a module while commuting, during a coffee break, or in a quiet evening moment. The accessibility of microlearning meets the power of experiential design.
Partnerships that Bring Learning to Life
Raregivers brought deep expertise in the realities of caregiving; we brought our methodology, technology, and facilitation design. Together, we created something deeply human and surprisingly scalable.
Caregivers, like corporate leaders, face emotionally complex, high-stakes decisions every day. They manage burnout, hold difficult conversations, and advocate in uncertain medical environments. In the Insight 2 Go module, caregivers engaged in short, relatable scenarios, made decisions, and received real-time feedback on the impact of their choices on their own well-being.
This experience prompted caregivers to first reflect on what they would really do in critical moments and then reflect on what they should do to care for themselves. Try the experience here: raregivers.insightxp.com.
The Raregivers project shows that the power of experiential learning lies in its purpose, not its setting.
The Bigger Picture: Learning Without Boundaries
As we move forward, we envision more collaborations that blur the boundaries of traditional adult learning. Whether it’s preparing the next generation of corporate leaders, supporting caregivers, empowering nonprofit boards, or engaging youth leaders, experiential learning can and should meet people where they are — on their terms and in their moments of need.
Because real leadership happens in real life. And learning should too.
Ready to explore how Insight 2 Go could elevate your mission-driven work? Let’s talk! And let’s create something impactful — together.
References
LinkedIn Learning. (2025). The rise of career champions. In 2025 workplace learning report. https://learning.linkedin.com/content/dam/me/learning/en-us/images/lls-workplace-learning-report/2025/full-page/pdfs/LinkedIn-Workplace-Learning-Report-2025.pdf
