Editor’s blog

Jo Cook starts as TJ’s new Editor and tells us her plans It’s a joy to be back at Training Journal, and an honour to be it’s new Editor to head into 2024 and beyond. Some of you may remember…

Jo Cook starts as TJ’s new Editor and tells us her plans It’s a joy to be back at Training Journal, and an honour to be it’s new Editor to head into 2024 and beyond. Some of you may remember…

The latest learning news and research compiled by TJ’s editorial team Upskilling, reskilling and management the focus on Learning Now TV On Learning Now TV this month, David James from 360 Learning has a report on the state of upskilling…

Paul Heath calls upon all learning and development pros to be ready for technological change The pressure on businesses and their employees to adopt technology and transform digitally is ever-increasing. But when the pace of change is so rapid, how…

Luke Smith offers ideas on how to reassure employees they won’t be replaced by artificial intelligence As AI becomes increasingly capable, even employees in highly skilled industries are becoming concerned about job security. One recent study showed that 24% of…

The latest learning news and research compiled by TJ’s editorial team Priorities for workplace learning at Connect conference The Learning Network Connect conference this year focused on the future of L&D, with speakers including Steve Wheeler and TJ blogger Michelle…

Kerrie Doherty looks at the work being done to progress women’s careers in engineering It is well known in the engineering industry that there is a significant gender gap and a growing skills gap. These dual problems highlight the need…

Is safety the new benefit of choice for Generation Z? Richard Stockley discusses ways to engage this vital group It’s no secret that holding on to young talent is becoming increasingly difficult. Many businesses are feeling the pressure. Job vacancies…

Michelle Parry-Slater doesn’t like to be cold. So when a friend suggests a dip in the sea she was less than enthusiastic I was born in August, so I blame my summer birth on the fact that I hate the…

Steve Macaulay and Sarah Cook explore how to create and sustain a collaborative culture in organisations Working together in a complex global environment is challenging even though it can yield substantial benefits. Collaboration yields great results, but only if it…

The latest learning news and research compiled by TJ’s editorial team Can L&D keep up with demand of upskilling the workforce? A new report, Generative AI in 2024: A potential lifeline amid workplace turbulence, details the findings of the independent…