Stop Learning, Start Applying: The Performance Platform That Turns Learning Into Applied Skill Mastery With Alex Kutsishin

In this episode, we sit down with Alex , co-founder and CEO of Fuel , to explore why traditional learning methods are failing—and what’s replacing them. With information overload at an all-time high, simply consuming knowledge is no longer enough. The real advantage comes from applying what you learn in real time. We dive into the science behind the “forgetting curve,” why most learning management systems don’t work, and how microlearning, AI, and performance-based platforms are reshaping the way we grow, lead, and succeed. Alex shares how Fuel is helping individuals and organizations move from passive learning to active application through bite-sized lessons, expert guidance, and personalized AI coaching. If you’re looking to learn faster, retain more, and actually use what you know—this conversation will change how you think about learning forever. 🔑 In this episode, you’ll learn: Why 70% of what you learn disappears within 24 hours The difference between knowledge-based learning vs. performance-based learning How microlearning improves retention and real-world application The role of AI in personalized, scalable learning How to break through skill plateaus with expert feedback Why applying knowledge—not memorizing it—is the key to success Whether you're a leader, entrepreneur, or lifelong learner, this episode will help you rethink how you learn—and how you perform. Love the show?

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Stop Learning, Start Applying: The Performance Platform That Turns Learning Into Applied Skill Mastery With Alex Kutsishin is an episode from Take Back Time: Time Management | Stress Management | Tug of War With Time by Penny Zenker.

This episode is 24:11 long.

This episode was published on May 8, 2026.

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