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From vendor to value partner: Turning learning conversations into real impact

Jo Cook 10 November 2025
External training providers face cultural barriers, politics and self-doubt when pushing for real impact. This conversation uncovers how to secure supervisor buy in, differentiate your offer, harness digital nudges, and […]...
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TJ podcast: Beyond courses: How AI transforms L&D into a strategic business partnership – episode 328

Jo Cook 7 November 2025
In this episode, Josh Bersin, Erica Farmer and Laura Overton join Jo Cook to unpack how AI is shifting L&D from static courses to adaptive support. They explore dynamic content, […]...
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Can strategic growth and people-first values truly go hand in hand?

Heidi Thompson 3 October 2025
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 […]...
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From preference to performance: adapting training for new hires

Eleanor Hecks 1 October 2025
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 […]...
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Second, third, fourth career: How job pivots are redefining the future of work

Owen Morgan 29 September 2025
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 […]...
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Curiosity over assumption: decoding digital body language in teams

Jo Cook 24 September 2025
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 […]...
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The future of frameworks is integration, not competition

Ben Satchwell 22 September 2025
Ben Satchwell explores why well-intentioned frameworks often cause confusion rather than clarity. Drawing on common mistakes and missed opportunities, he shows how better integration, rather than wholesale replacement, can unlock […]...
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Finally, a conference for self-employed folk in L&D!

Partner Content 19 September 2025
The inaugural Free Spirits LIVE! virtual event next month is designed for L&D independent L&D professionals who crave connection, clarity and practical support. With a lively online community, real-time sessions […]...
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