Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

25 Minutes
AI generated Artificial Intelligence (AI) Business and industry Change Communication Conflict resolution Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Creativity & innovation Culture Delivering learning & training Engagement Feedback For experienced L&D professionals For freelancers, consultants & small businesses For L&D managers For new to L&D For senior L&D Learning design Learning transfer Podcast Reflective practice Skills Technology

TJ podcast: Beyond courses: How AI transforms L&D into a strategic business partnership – episode 328

In this episode, Josh Bersin, Erica Farmer and Laura Overton join Jo Cook to unpack how AI is shifting L&D from static courses to adaptive support. They explore dynamic content, […]...
Read more
3 Minutes
Business and industry Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Creativity & innovation Delivering learning & training For experienced L&D professionals For freelancers, consultants & small businesses For senior L&D Marketing Partner Content Return on investment/Value of investment Skills Strategy

Finally, a conference for self-employed folk in L&D!

The inaugural Free Spirits LIVE! virtual event next month is designed for L&D independent L&D professionals who crave connection, clarity and practical support. With a lively online community, real-time sessions […]...
Read more
5 Minutes
Assessment Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Delivering learning & training Features For HR For L&D managers For senior L&D Leadership Talent

Build a future-ready leadership pipeline with targeted development

Steve George argues that developing senior leaders takes strategic, tailored support. Drawing on CIPD insights, he outlines how coaching, real-world stretch assignments, and structured feedback build resilience, agility and judgement. […]...
Read more
4 Minutes
Change Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Creativity & innovation Delivering learning & training For experienced L&D professionals For L&D managers For senior L&D Opinion Reflective practice

L&D teams as agility champions in the age of disruption

Tristan Boutros argues that agility is no longer a niche methodology, but a core skillset for everyone. With AI reshaping work at speed, L&D leaders must embed iterative practices, real-time […]...
Read more
4 Minutes
Continuing Professional Development (CPD) For experienced L&D professionals For freelancers, consultants & small businesses For HR For L&D managers For new to L&D For people managers Opinion Sales & customer service

Sales success starts with learning that never ends

Sales never stands still, and neither should learning. Lisa Ojomoh explores why continuous development is essential for thriving in today’s dynamic sales landscape, and how businesses can embed L&D into […]...
Read more
7 Minutes
Assessment Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Features For experienced L&D professionals For freelancers, consultants & small businesses For L&D managers For senior L&D

Beyond the badge: Why accreditation is about continuous improvement

From aligning learning outcomes to verification processes, accreditation supports continuous improvement, boosts credibility and ensures impactful, learner-centred programmes that meet industry standards. Donna Ward-Higgs shares insight for practical guidance on […]...
Read more
4 Minutes
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Business and industry Change Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Education and skills For experienced L&D professionals For freelancers, consultants & small businesses For L&D managers For senior L&D Opinion

Forget AI efficiency — creativity is the real workplace edge

As AI transforms the workplace, the spotlight shifts to soft skills — creativity, empathy and adaptability — that machines can’t replicate. L&D professionals play a vital role in nurturing uniquely […]...
Read more
5 Minutes
Blogs Communication Community and social media Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Creativity & innovation Delivering learning & training Economics and finance 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 Marketing Reflective practice Sales & customer service

Behind the scenes of planning a new learning event: Last update before the fun!

With just a couple of weeks to go, Kirsty Lewis shares the emotional highs, financial lows and last-minute wins as SOFest edges closer. From surprise sponsors to sparkly outfit dilemmas, […]...
Read more
5 Minutes
Business and industry Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Creativity & innovation Delivering learning & training Digital literacy & digital poverty 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 Learning design Learning transfer Partner Content Return on investment/Value of investment Skills Strategy Technology

Unlocking frontline performance: The next evolution in enterprise learning

The hidden majority that is underserved by traditional L&D efforts are the frontline workers that power most industries. This partner article explores how compliance training, mobile learning, and early development […]...
Read more
38 Minutes
AI generated Artificial Intelligence (AI) Business and industry Change Communication Conflict resolution Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Creativity & innovation Culture Delivering learning & training Engagement Feedback For experienced L&D professionals For freelancers, consultants & small businesses For L&D managers For new to L&D For senior L&D Learning design Learning transfer Podcast Reflective practice Skills Technology

TJ podcast: From talk to transformation – the art of effective facilitation – episode 327

In this episode, we explore the subtle (and not-so-subtle) differences between teaching, training, and facilitation—and why they matter more than you might think. From accidental facilitators to seasoned pros, our […]...
Read more