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The future is now: Cultivating an adaptive mindset and skillset for the AI-powered workplace 

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Three strategies to thrive in a tech-driven workplace: develop AI skills, adaptability and continuous learning. Rachel Rosenfeldt explains how to get started It’s impossible to scroll your news feed without seeing something about artificial intelligence (AI) or machine learning. With…

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Conversational Wisdom – book review 

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Packed with insights, this book provides practical tools to enhance communication skills in everyday life. Reviewed by Peter Plumlee    Book: Conversational WisdomAuthors: Emily Cosgrove and Sara Hope I was intrigued yet uncertain about what to expect before diving into this…

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Talking openly about suicide can help save lives

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On World Suicide Prevention Day find out how to support those struggling with mental health. Vicki Cockman shares her insight Suicide is still largely seen as a taboo topic and even the most progressive organisations can be hesitant about sharing…

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Five ways being LGBTQ+ affects L&D 

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Explore how early challenges shape LGBTQ+ careers and discover strategies for offering more effective support, with insights from Layla McCay  Differences in how LGBTQ+ people engage with learning and development can significantly affect their experiences at work and opportunities for…

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Sailing to success: Navigating team dynamics

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Navigating team dynamics on a yacht isn’t just about working together; it’s about thriving together. Karl Green shares insights on fostering authentic teamwork in close quarters For many, working on a yacht is a dream come true. But even surrounded…

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Empathy in action: Immersive learning as a catalyst for inclusion

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Immersive learning creates engaging, realistic and empathetic learning experiences that help to boost workplace inclusion. Paul Anderson-Walsh explains There are lots of different learning activities to engage the brain, and they have varying impacts on our understanding, short and long…

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Regulation in the coaching industry: Navigating the path to professionalism

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The rapid expansion of the UK coaching industry has raised questions about quality and oversight. Andy Chandler explores whether regulation is the solution to maintaining professionalism in this growing field The coaching industry in the UK has experienced remarkable growth…

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The five pillars of workplace wellness: A guide for businesses 

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By integrating workplace wellbeing into your strategy, you can boost morale, productivity and employee satisfaction. Tara Lochery explains how  Workplace wellness has never been more important as companies increasingly recognise the benefits to their business. And it’s no surprise, given…

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Switching up the skills sector: Why we need a system for all ages and levels 

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A well-designed Growth and Skills Levy is crucial; it must benefit all employees across industries, writes Nichola Hay  Kickstarting economic growth is at the heart of the new Labour government’s agenda, with the Prime Minister promising to deliver much-needed stability…

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Go for gold: 4 tips to elevate employee training with game-based learning

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Making training fun boosts skill retention. Transform your strategy with game-based learning to engage employees and improve results, writes James Micklethwait  With recent research highlighting learning support as the top strategy to boost employee retention, it’s clear that employees want…

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