Opinion

4 Minutes
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Business and industry Change Diversity, inclusion and equity For experienced L&D professionals For freelancers, consultants & small businesses For L&D managers For new to L&D For senior L&D Future of work Opinion Technology

The future of technology: Empowering today’s female leaders? 

As tech reshapes the world of work, Adeolu Adewumi-Zer explores how female leaders can thrive 🚀 if L&D professionals act now. 💡From digital literacy to AI ethics, the right programmes […]...
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Assessment Business and industry Change Culture 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 senior L&D Future of work Goal setting Learning transfer Opinion Organisational development Return on investment/Value of investment Understanding Business

Re-thinking ROI: How to secure Learning and Development’s seat at the table

Traditional metrics aren’t cutting it. In a shifting job market, time to skill could be the KPI L&D needs to speak the boardroom’s language and increase contribution to the bottom […]...
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5 Minutes
Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Creativity & innovation Culture Delivering learning & training For experienced L&D professionals For freelancers, consultants & small businesses For new to L&D For senior L&D Opinion

Bring the joy: how fun fuels learning and is key to getting serious work done

Fun isn’t a distraction – it’s a powerful enabler of deep learning, collaboration and creativity. Laura Thomson-Staveley shares how creating joyful, inclusive environments helps professionals feel safer, think more openly […]...
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8 Minutes
Assessment Creativity & innovation Delivering learning & training 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 Opinion Technology

From formulas to finals, how Excel competitions boost real-world skills

Do you think Excel is just for number crunching? Think again. Lara Holding-Jones dives into the competitive world of Excel E-Sports—yes, it’s a thing—and shows how this global competition is […]...
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4 Minutes
Coaching & mentoring Engagement 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

Why a coach’s commitment isn’t enough: The truth about organisational coaching 

🚦 A coach’s commitment alone won’t drive success. 🏎️ Just like in F1, peak performance demands full engagement from every player – the individual, the coach and the organisation.  🏁 Clare Norman unpacks why coaching […]...
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) Collaboration 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 Future of work Opinion Technology

Blending human and machine: Equipping employees with the right skills for AI collaboration 

🤖 AI is transforming workplaces – but human skills are still the game-changer! To thrive in an AI-driven world, employees need creativity, empathy and adaptability.  ✨ Jeremy Campbell explores how […]...
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Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Culture Diversity, inclusion and equity For experienced L&D professionals For freelancers, consultants & small businesses For L&D managers For people managers For senior L&D Leadership Opinion

Embracing cultural humility: A dynamic shift in leadership 

🌍 Cultural competence is out – cultural humility is in! True inclusive leadership isn’t about mastering diversity but embracing lifelong learning.  💡 Dr Lesley Aitcheson explores how shifting to cultural humility fosters respect, trust […]...
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