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The future of work: Why most capability frameworks miss the mark 

Ben Satchwell 10 June 2025
Too many capability frameworks promise impact but deliver confusion. Ben Satchwell cuts through the noise to reveal why clarity, focus and co-creation matter. From avoiding vague, generic descriptions to embedding real […]...
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) Business and industry For experienced L&D professionals For freelancers, consultants & small businesses For HR For L&D managers For new to L&D Future of work Interviews Technology

TJ interviews: VP of AI, Joseph Leslie 

Conor Gilligan 9 June 2025
Degreed’s Conor Gilligan discusses skills to enable AI-driven transformation with Joseph Leslie, Vice-President of AI at Golin. From upskilling 100,000 employees to embedding AI in global strategy, Joseph reveals how blending […]...
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Communication Emotional intelligence 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 Health and social care Managing teams Mental health Reflective practice Wellbeing

How to turn conversations about stress into meaningful interventions in the workplace 

Joseph Conway 5 June 2025
Stress is everywhere, particularly in today’s working environment. And when someone finally speaks up, what a manager says next can change everything. Joseph Conway explains why giving managers the tools […]...
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6 Minutes
Business and industry Culture For experienced L&D professionals For freelancers, consultants & small businesses For HR For people managers Opinion Understanding Business

Designing for growth and outcomes: How the legal sector is rethinking the role of the office 

Adrian Gleeson 3 June 2025
The legal office is getting a glow-up. From hybrid work hacks to smarter spaces that impress clients and keep staff happy, Adrian Gleeson explores how law firms are rethinking their […]...
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Spotting the risk from within: why training matters when tackling the insider threat

Rachael Tiffen 28 May 2025
Employees can be your strongest defence… or your greatest vulnerability. As insider threats rise, cybersecurity issues grow and bottom lines are hit, L&D leaders have a crucial role in shifting […]...
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Blogs Communication Community and social media Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Creativity & innovation Delivering learning & training Economics and finance For experienced L&D professionals For freelancers, consultants & small businesses For HR For L&D managers For new to L&D For senior L&D Marketing Reflective practice Sales & customer service

Behind the scenes of planning a new learning event: Last update before the fun!

Jo Cook 27 May 2025
With just a couple of weeks to go, Kirsty Lewis shares the emotional highs, financial lows and last-minute wins as SOFest edges closer. From surprise sponsors to sparkly outfit dilemmas, […]...
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Business and industry Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Creativity & innovation Delivering learning & training Digital literacy & digital poverty Education and skills 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 Learning design Learning transfer Partner Content Return on investment/Value of investment Skills Strategy Technology

Unlocking frontline performance: The next evolution in enterprise learning

Partner Content 22 May 2025
The hidden majority that is underserved by traditional L&D efforts are the frontline workers that power most industries. This partner article explores how compliance training, mobile learning, and early development […]...
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) Coaching & mentoring 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 Opinion

Coaching at a crossroads – how AI is transforming the support we give at work

Laurel McKenzie 22 May 2025
With demand for personalised coaching soaring and the growing need in our changing world, human capacity is being stretched thin. Laurel McKenzie explores how AI can support – not replace […]...
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Coaching & mentoring Communication Conflict resolution Delivering learning & training 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 Opinion

How to handle difficult conversations without losing learner trust

Cliff Lansley 16 May 2025
Training and coaching can surface emotions, resistance, and of course, personal baggage. But with curiosity, empathy, and assertiveness, learning professionals can turn tension into transformation—and build deeper trust with their […]...
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