Year 2025

Ever wondered why your course isn’t getting the completion rates you hoped for?

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Kayleigh Atherton explains why a strong course launch is only half the battle. Without intentional design and a focus on learning outcomes, even well-marketed courses can underperform. Using the IMPACT Framework, she shares how to build learner-first experiences that drive…

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From resistance to uptake: Close skills gaps with AI-enabled learning

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AI-based learning platforms promise speed, personalisation and measurable impact. Ian Howell from FutureLearn explores how LXPs remove barriers, match challenge to ability and deliver just-in-time microlearning. He shows how data identifies skills gaps, predicts retention risks and builds motivation through…

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From soft skills to survival skills: Rethinking human capability in the age of AI

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Kalindi Hawkins explores how organisations can develop human-centred capabilities to thrive in an AI-driven world. Moving beyond digital upskilling, she shares five practical strategies for building adaptability, resilience, and leadership in uncertainty. This approach turns learning into a strategic asset…

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How to move a cost centre to a profit centre

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Russell Wardrop highlights that learning and development is too often seen as a discretionary cost rather than a strategic investment with business impact. When programmes are designed to drive commercial outcomes, they don’t just inform — they transform. The ROI…

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Can strategic growth and people-first values truly go hand in hand?

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High growth can strain culture, yet scaling with intent keeps people, clients and communities front and centre. Invest in learning, wellbeing and inclusive leadership; align acquisitions to values; embed in local economies; measure performance, not just speed. Heidi Thompson argues…

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Beyond company cars: building an inclusive mobility value proposition

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Corporate mobility is shifting from cars and reimbursements to an employee-centred, cross-functional strategy. With regulation tightening and expectations rising, HR, Finance, CSR and operations must align to balance cost, carbon and experience. Dan Boiangiu argues that, done well, mobility strengthens…

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From preference to performance: adapting training for new hires

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Onboarding is evolving fast: Eleanor Hecks shows leaders must tailor training to diverse learning preferences, neurodiversity and hybrid work. Use analytics, microlearning, translation and gamification to personalise pathways, boost engagement and prove ROI through retention and performance. Prioritise accessibility, mentorship,…

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From slow lanes to sprints: how Agile transformed our L&D delivery

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Doubling output without burning out, Nassia Katroutsou shares how Agile project management reshaped her L&D team’s approach to course creation. Through clear preparation, sprint cycles and regular SME feedback, they boosted speed and quality, proving that with the right mindset,…

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Second, third, fourth career: How job pivots are redefining the future of work

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With such global uncertainty, big skills gaps and longer working lives, more people are pivoting careers. INTOO research shows 41% have switched direction and 35% lack a defined path. Owen Morgan explains how upskilling, coaching and outplacement support boost satisfaction,…

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Curiosity over assumption: decoding digital body language in teams

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Body language has always been tricky. Crossed arms, raised eyebrows, leaning in or looking away; all signals we interpret constantly, sometimes accurately, sometimes disastrously. Whilst we’ve had telecommunication for a long time, Covid transformed our work and learning spaces to…

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