Category Communication

L&D marcomms: Adopting a marketer’s approach to email communications

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Email sent, information shared, job done – or is it? Hayley Maisey gives pause for thought ‘Send email comms re: new leadership training’ – yep, tick that box. OK, let’s back up and unpack the email just sent. No doubt it contains…

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The art of keeping in touch: Advice for managers and expectant parents on getting the communication balance right

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Whether you are returning from parental leave or a manager, Beverlie Wilkinson has some advice As an executive coach who has worked with countless managers and returnees, I’ve seen firsthand the challenges that arise when team members embark on maternity…

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Fostering a culture of motivation in the workplace to help employees and organisations thrive 

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Thriving organisations start with inspired people. Empower employees by listening, learning and creating meaningful culture – Grace French explains People development professionals and business leaders alike face an extraordinarily challenging landscape, battling stubbornly high inflation, interest rates, skills shortages and the…

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TJ podcast: Notebook LM, Neuroscience and magazine flashback – episode 326

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Insights from neuroscience, personalised learning and growth mindset are explored via a Notebook LM podcast Get involved in discussing this episode, especially it’s AI creation, on LinkedIn. We want to know what you think, good and bad! Key takeaways Created…

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ADHD in the workplace: Challenges, misconceptions and the path to inclusion 

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With a few practical adjustments, organisations can create workplaces where employees with ADHD truly thrive – Nicole Nadler explains  If you’re an employer or manage a team, odds are someone in your organisation may have ADHD. While the disorder impacts everyone…

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Tayloring learning: Effective Leadership Skills and Being Overwhelmed 

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Are you leading, or managing? Daniel Taylor explores the many skills needed for effective leadership Before I start this blog, take a moment to consider what you think are the skills needed to be an effective leader? Stop when you…

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From BBC News to events: Mastering professional video with just an iPhone

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Convenience meets quality with fast, discreet, powerful video on smartphones for your next learning intervention – Kevin Davids shares his approach and why he filmed World of Learning 2024 with a mobile device “The best camera is the one you…

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TJ podcast: Reflections on a week in the life series – episode 325

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L&D experts discuss balancing work-life balance and harnessing self-reflection to fuel growth and lasting impact! Key takeaways Created by Cleanvoice Podcast summary: Created by Cleanvoice The speakers in this podcast episode share their reflections on contributing to a series of…

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Flipping the script: Collaborative innovation and problem solving for HR Leaders

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What is the unconference advantage? It’s action-based learning and designing your own active event experience – Ben Waldman tells us more Imagine you could flip the traditional conference format on its head: Rather than having to sit through various predefined…

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A week in the life of: A Learning Community Manager

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Being a Community Manager is a full-time role, with technical and topic talent needed – as Sheridan Webb explains Learning socially, as part of a community is not only an enjoyable way to learn, it’s also pretty effective! But unless…

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