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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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What is the Kirkpatrick model? A comprehensive guide for L&D professionals

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The Kirkpatrick assessment model evaluates the effectiveness of training programmes. Learn how to use it with these tips from Eleanor Hecks   The Kirkpatrick model is an evaluation tool that has set many learning and development (L&D) professionals up for success. It is a…

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Unlocking hope and belonging: The hidden keys to employee wellbeing and retention  

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The impact of hope, belonging and manager support in transforming employee wellbeing and mental health. Insights from Brad Smith  Research has shown that resilience offers organisations many competitive advantages. Highly resilient staff are much less likely to mention burnout, compensation,…

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Ignite L&D momentum: Focus on three key areas 

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To drive truly impactful L&D, focus on customised learning, cutting-edge technology, and full organisational involvement – Steve Macaulay has your three-step guide  Are your L&D initiatives fresh and impactful? To cultivate a dynamic and skilled workforce, it’s essential to stimulate…

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Transforming workplace culture: The opportunity of the Worker Protection Act 

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From compliance to culture: how the new legislation can truly enhance workplace safety and trust, by Paul O’Donnell  HR teams are great at compliance. When a new piece of legislation comes in, like the Worker Protection Act (from October 2024),…

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How is AI affecting employee learning and development? 

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Is AI the silver bullet for L&D? How can we take advantage and remain human? In this feature, Jo Cook looks at the evidence and shares her perspective The use of generative AI holds so much for so many people…

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AI’s successful implementation goes beyond technology – soft skills are needed 

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While AI drives innovation, soft skills are equally critical for ethical, compliant and successful implementation. Tommy Richardson explains the need for a balanced approach to AI training  Artificial intelligence is revolutionising the way businesses operate. It’s streamlining operations, improving customer…

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Closing the learning gap: Blended approaches for a skilled workforce

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Explore how blended learning – combining online and in-person training – can revolutionise your employee development programmes, with expert tips from Claire Raistrick As businesses navigate the complexities of the modern workplace, the need for effective employee training has never…

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Emotions and impact: How to normalise emotional expression in the workplace and why it’s important

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Encouraging emotional expression at work can reduce stress, build trust and enhance overall job satisfaction – Phil Willcox shares practical steps to create a more supportive workplace In the workplace, people lie about how they feel.  Daily.  And lying is…

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How can companies increase gender diversity in the workplace? 

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Fostering inclusion policies is vital to closing the gender gap and attracting the top talent. Law firm HR Director Scott Sullivan shares his tips  UK businesses still have considerable work to do to increase gender diversity. Many struggle to close…

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