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A week in the life of: An eLearning Accessibility Consultant 

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From client consultations and auditing content, to training, writing and research, it’s a busy schedule for Susi Miller of eLaHub Running a business involves wearing many hats, and as the founder and Director of eLaHub, my days are filled with…

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Top blogs of the year: From storytelling to leadership and emotional expression

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These top 2024 blogs offer fresh insights and practical tips to inspire growth and innovation As we near the end of another transformative year, the L&D landscape continues to evolve, bringing fresh perspectives and innovative approaches to the forefront. To…

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Lessons from anthropology: A new lens to understand organisational culture 

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How the study of what makes us human can enable more meaningful behaviour at work – with insights from business psychologist, Lucy Cox  Grasping workplace behaviour is no easy task. While traditional approaches offer some insight, they often fall short…

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Top articles of the year: Exploring the leading conversations in L&D

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Discover compelling L&D insights from 2024 – agile leadership, AI’s impact, skill development, and more As the world of work continues to evolve at a breakneck pace, so too does the learning and development landscape. From navigating the complexities of…

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A week in the life of: A trainee psychotherapist 

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Balancing work, studies and a placement isn’t easy, but Anita Guru is relishing the challenge Rewind to 2020 at the start of the pandemic: I could foresee significant challenges for mental health. The trauma people experienced wasn’t solely from contracting Covid, but…

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The power of imperfection: Transforming challenges into opportunities for growth 

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Steve Macaulay and Sarah Cook explore resilience through Kintsugi – and finding gold after a setback In everyday work situations, it is unrealistic to expect that everything goes to plan. More and more managers acknowledge the need to build the…

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A positive approach to menopause in the workplace  

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How L&D can create work environments that empower women to thrive during menopause and beyond In today’s evolving workplace, it is crucial for L&D professionals to acknowledge the impact of menopause and provide support systems for women navigating this life…

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The future of expertise is synthesis in a world of abundant information 

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Now that information is so easily accessible, the rules of expertise at work have changed – Colin Smith is your guide As organisational psychologist and author Adam Grant aptly observes: “The hallmark of expertise is no longer how much you know.…

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Keeping an organisation and people safe – the critical role of L&D  

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How L&D professionals can help businesses mitigate complex security risks through effective training and leadership – with insights from Richard Mackintosh and Sarah Keeling It is widely acknowledged that the world is more dangerous than at any time since 1945.…

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Editor’s blog: From pageviews to podcasts

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Jo Cook shares numbers and articles that made an impact for TJ readers in 2024 It’s often said, but often meant – I can’t believe a year has whizzed by so quickly! This week I’ve been Editor of Training Journal…

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