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Six leadership essentials for a changed world: From the legacy of Andrew Kakabadse

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Professor Andrew Kakabadse’s leadership insights remain vital for today’s HR and L&D professionals. Drawing from decades of research and consultancy experience, Steve Macaulay distils six essential principles that equip leaders to thrive in a complex, unpredictable world. These lessons demand…

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Beyond specialisation: Multi-skilled teams are your best defence against market chaos

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As rigid hiring models fall short, cross-functional, multi-skilled professionals are emerging as the new must-haves for future-thinking organisations. Uliana Martynova explores how these adaptable employees help teams bridge gaps, drive company innovation, and build resilience—making them prime candidates not just…

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Meetings that spark commitment, not eye-rolls

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When facilitated badly, leadership gatherings waste time and money. Facilitated well, they create energy, commitment and momentum. Laura Thomson-Staveley shares her fabulous toolkit for turning meetings into engines of collaboration. From Liberating Structures to visible accountability, she shows how skilled…

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Learning that lifts: designing for social mobility in the workplace

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Learning that supports social mobility requires more than accessible content, it demands intention, empathy and inclusive design. Anna Ogilby explores how workplace learning can be a catalyst for equity, connection and career progression. When we prioritise flexibility in design, representation…

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Why project leadership belongs to everyone

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Leadership is too often seen as the domain of managers and frameworks, but Rob Anderson believes it starts much earlier, and much wider. Drawing on personal experience, he makes the case for inclusive, human-first project leadership that empowers people at…

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The hidden struggle: 1 in 3 Gen Z men think the gender pay gap is a myth

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Avery Morgan examines Gen Z’s push for gender equality at work, revealing progress alongside persistent bias, pay gaps, and cultural barriers. Survey insights show young women’s call for reforms, salary transparency, and anti-harassment policies, highlighting the role of leadership in…

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Sales success starts with learning that never ends

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Sales never stands still, and neither should learning. Lisa Ojomoh explores why continuous development is essential for thriving in today’s dynamic sales landscape, and how businesses can embed L&D into everyday practice to build confident, capable teams who grow with…

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Who’s missing from L&D’s digital revolution?

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As L&D evolves through rapid technological change, many professionals risk being left behind. Oyindamola Ojo-Eriamiatoe highlights the barriers faced by experienced practitioners facing redundancy, students unaware of edtech careers, and women returning to work. Oyindamola offers inclusive, practical solutions to…

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Workplace conflict: why we’re trapped in drama and how to stop it

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Many of us unknowingly fall into dysfunctional roles that quickly escalate workplace conflict, stall progress and can create unrest during our day. Jane Gunn explores Karpman’s Drama Triangle, its impact on teams, and how professionals can move beyond blame and…

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Conferences, connection and Copilot: a journey of learning

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Valerie Merrill shares her reflections from attending three dynamic conferences, exploring leadership in crisis, the rise of AI in comms and L&D, and the enduring power of real-life connection. Packed with insights and standout moments, it’s a timely reminder of…

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