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Apprenticeships – the alternative way to upskill your workforce

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Tasmin Raynor highlights how businesses large and small can utilise the Apprenticeship Levy for a different way to develop people According to ManpowerGroup’s latest Talent Shortage survey report for 2024, UK businesses face a widening skills gap, with cross-sector shortfalls…

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Lost in translation: the battle for survival in the world of learning solutions

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Andy McConville urges those marketing their learning solutions to tone down the complex language Finding a place to market, sell and get repeat business in learning and development is more challenging than ever. A LinkedIn search finds 8,200 potential suppliers…

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10 reasons your L&D podcasts will fail

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Michael Olatunji uses his podcast background to help your podcast be the best it can Podcasting has become an increasingly popular medium for sharing knowledge and insights, especially in the training and learning and development industry. However, despite the potential…

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Bad Bosses Ruin Lives – book review

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David Hayden reviews a guide for aspiring bosses and those in need of transformation to unlocking the secrets to great leadership Book: Bad Bosses Ruin LivesAuthors: Debra Corey and Ken Corey There’s lots to like in this very accessible book,…

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Learning and legacy – why apprenticeships play a key role in the future

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Dominic Hare, CEO of Blenheim Palace, explains why apprenticeships and training are at the heart of everything that happens at the UNESCO World Heritage Site We’re immensely proud of our apprenticeship scheme, which is a key part of our 10-year…

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Be colour wise – best practices for using colour psychology in e-learning design

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In this feature, Ravinder Tulsiani explores many aspects of using colour in your learning interventions, from basic colour theory to use of palettes to create an emotional reaction As instructional designers, our goal is to create educational experiences that are…

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#WOL24: Navigating the new frontiers of hybrid work and learning

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This AI written article analyses some of the themes shared on Twitter from the recent World of Learning conference and summit In the span of a few days, from January 30th to February 1st, 2024, the digital realm buzzed with…

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L&D skills for the digital world

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Is the current state of technology overwhelming you? Or is your organisation asking you to focus on something when your passion is elsewhere? And is technology the most important thing anyway? Harri Le Claire and Jo Cook share more in…

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Hira Ali on the myriad of challenges women face on the road to professional success

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Hira Ali talks about her research that went into the book about women around the globe. The fear of missing out (FOMO), especially for working mothers, was a key find. Hira’s book Her Way to the Top is discussed with…

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