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Neglecting frontline skillsets is no longer an option

Tom White May 17, 2024
Tom White delves into the bedrock of organisational success: the stable core of skills Many industries are experiencing workforce shortages, largely because of widening skills gaps and poor retention rates. […]...
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Communication Economics and finance Employment For experienced L&D professionals For freelancers, consultants & small businesses For HR For L&D managers For new to L&D For people managers For senior L&D Health and social care Managing teams Mental health Opinion Wellbeing

Leading by example: Encouraging mental health conversations in the workplace

Anita Guru May 16, 2024
Anita Guru moves through the cost of mental health challenges and focuses on how workplaces can be more open For Mental Health Awareness Week 2024 this year’s theme is “movement”. […]...
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Change Engagement For experienced L&D professionals For freelancers, consultants & small businesses For HR For L&D managers For new to L&D For people managers For senior L&D Leadership Opinion

Reimagining engagement: Leadership for uncertain times  

Kevin Johnson May 16, 2024
Kevin Johnson explores strategies for HR and L&D leaders to navigate volatility and foster engagement   When uncertainty is fast becoming the only constant, HR executives and learning and development […]...
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Change Features For experienced L&D professionals For freelancers, consultants & small businesses For HR For L&D managers For new to L&D For people managers For senior L&D Future of work Leadership Strategy

Leading beyond the pyramid: Crafting a culture of agile, empowered decision-making

Henrik Ekelund May 15, 2024
Henrik Ekelund champions a shift towards decentralised decision-making in today’s fast-paced business environment  Organisations today are struggling with decision-making more than ever before. In an era where technological innovations and […]...
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Communication Data For experienced L&D professionals For freelancers, consultants & small businesses For HR For L&D managers For new to L&D For people managers Opinion Skills Technology

Data engineering: a role redefined by business needs and interpersonal skills 

Shadi Rostami May 14, 2024
Shadi Rostami looks at the role of a data engineer, and it’s not just numbers. Communication and a business mindset are crucial for a role that’s increasingly important for L&D […]...
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Features For experienced L&D professionals For freelancers, consultants & small businesses For HR For L&D managers For new to L&D For people managers For senior L&D Mental health Wellbeing

From awareness to action: equipping managers to support mental health at work

Michelle Robinson Hayes May 13, 2024
Michelle Robinson Hayes looks at the unseen burden of managers and the mental health crisis, and asks: are you helping your managers to help others? Employees across all age groups […]...
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ADHD Works at Work – book review 

David Hayden May 10, 2024
David Hayden reviews a ‘must-read’ book offering a fresh perspective on inclusion Book: ADHD Works at WorkAuthor: Leanne Maskell There is a line in this book that really stood out […]...
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