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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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TJ Newsflash: 14 August – AI framework, memory formation and increased demand for employee support

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The latest L&D news, reports, research and company updates, personally compiled by TJ’s Editor, Jo Cook A new framework for AI upskilling across your organisation LinkedIn’s new AI upskilling framework helps talent development pros empower professionals at all levels to…

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Maximise investment in your line managers with an enabling environment 

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Line managers are pivotal to business success – support them to boost performance and drive impact with these tips from Steve Macaulay and David Buchanan Why do line managers matter to L&D? Line managers create the environment – the resources…

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