Category Culture

Creating a workplace where employees thrive: How benefits packages can help 

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Meeting employees’ physical, mental and financial needs is key to boosting engagement and cutting turnover – Frank Mengert reveals how benefits can drive organisational success  Every business wants to have a highly productive workforce. But in order to achieve this, organisations…

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From burnout to brilliance: How L&D drives employee engagement and retention 

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L&D must factor employee desires into learning programmes to maximise effectiveness, argues Dr Jill Stefaniak  Employee burnout is a pervasive issue that affects organisations and individuals alike. According to recent findings, a staggering 82% of employees are at risk of…

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How to help talent and learning development teams automatically get a seat at the table

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Explore actionable strategies for L&D teams to align with corporate priorities and prove measurable impact as Ryan Austin shares insights in this epic feature For over 20 years, Learning and Development (L&D) leaders have discussed earning a seat at the…

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TJ interviews: Director of People & Culture, Christina Gialleli 

This chat covers the connection between growth mindset, leadership development, AI use and business performance Training Journal: What is a growth mindset and how is it linked to revenue growth?  Christina Gialleli: According to psychologist Carol Dweck, a growth mindset…

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Did your skipped workouts and holiday indulgence actually help your brain? Surprising science says… Yes!

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Neurogenesis, synapses, pathways… Ricci Masero explains the importance of having a break for your brain If you’re feeling a bit guilty about missing some gym sessions and indulging in chocolate over the holidays, science might have some good news for…

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Will it work for us? How to assess and implement new organisational strategies 

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Do you select Agile? Six Sigma? How do encourage change? Steve Macaulay shares his insight From Six Sigma to Lean, Agile, and employee engagement1, many strategies promise to transform organisations by improving efficiency, quality, and customer satisfaction, and ensuring employees…

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The hybrid landslide: How leaders can empower today’s employees with flexibility

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Frank Weishaupt advises creating a culture of accountability and training managers to improve hybrid performance Over the past five years, companies have witnessed dramatic changes to the way we work. During the pandemic, many workers and businesses learned how to…

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Lessons from anthropology: A new lens to understand organisational culture 

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How the study of what makes us human can enable more meaningful behaviour at work – with insights from business psychologist, Lucy Cox  Grasping workplace behaviour is no easy task. While traditional approaches offer some insight, they often fall short…

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A positive approach to menopause in the workplace  

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How L&D can create work environments that empower women to thrive during menopause and beyond In today’s evolving workplace, it is crucial for L&D professionals to acknowledge the impact of menopause and provide support systems for women navigating this life…

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Keeping an organisation and people safe – the critical role of L&D  

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How L&D professionals can help businesses mitigate complex security risks through effective training and leadership – with insights from Richard Mackintosh and Sarah Keeling It is widely acknowledged that the world is more dangerous than at any time since 1945.…

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