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The importance of upskilling both technical and leadership skills 

Sue Musson April 25, 2024
Sue Musson on how L&D can enhance the leadership skills of technical experts Leaders with technical competence hold a unique advantage in today’s demanding workplace. Their expertise establishes immediate credibility, […]...
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Data 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 Skills Talent Understanding Business

Data deficiency: how inaccurate reporting undermines the UK labour market

Nichola Hay April 12, 2024
Nichola Hay explains why capturing workforce data on a wide range of L&D initiatives is an economic necessity It was recently reported that workforce data provided by the Office for National […]...
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Collaboration Communication Culture Diversity, inclusion and equity Emotional intelligence 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

My whole self – creating psychologically safe cultures at work

Simon Blake April 9, 2024
Simon Blake on the importance of feeling valued and empowered to be our ‘whole self’ at work When I feel safe at work, I am me without worrying about whether I am being […]...
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Communication Culture Engagement For experienced L&D professionals For freelancers, consultants & small businesses For HR For L&D managers For people managers For senior L&D Leadership Management Opinion

Out of touch? The stark reality of the cost-of-living crisis and the responsibility of the C-suite 

Rob Russell April 4, 2024
As more employees report feelings of stress and overwhelm, Rob Russell suggests eight ways to help the C-suite play an active role in company culture The cost of living in […]...
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Creativity & innovation Delivering learning & training For experienced L&D professionals For freelancers, consultants & small businesses For senior L&D Opinion Technology

Immersive learning: the future of training

Phillip Carmichael Jr April 3, 2024
‘Learning by doing’ presents limitless possibilities for workforce training, writes Phillip Carmichael Jr In the ever-evolving landscape of professional development, traditional methods of learning are being redefined by the growth of […]...
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Collaboration Communication Conflict resolution Creativity & innovation Diversity, inclusion and equity Employment 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 Managing teams Opinion

Neurodiversity Celebration Week sheds light on neuro-inclusive workplaces

Holly Biggs March 22, 2024
Holly Biggs looks at research that reminds us to foster an improved workplace for our neurodivergent employees for humanitarian reasons, but also because it’s good business In a world that […]...
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Coaching & mentoring Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Creativity & innovation Culture Diversity, inclusion and equity 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 Managing teams Opinion

What can employers do to create more neuroinclusive workplaces?

Leanne Maskell March 21, 2024
Leanne Maskell highlights that we want a neurodiverse workforce and shares practical ideas for how to manage differences Although 55% of organisations believe they have a neuroinclusive culture, research has […]...
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