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The spectrum of success: fostering an inclusive workplace for the neurodivergent

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Hayley Brackley explains neurodiversity and neurodivergent, the problem with ableism, and why we all need an inclusive workplace This week sees Neurodiversity Celebration Week being observed, but what does this actually mean? Neuroinclusion doesn’t sit with just one manager Whilst…

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Decoding presenteeism: fresh research on employee wellbeing

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Ben Moss discusses a new approach to defining presenteeism and how leaders can use this to enhance its measurement and management The concept of presenteeism has increasingly garnered attention as organisations have struggled to understand, and measure, its impact in…

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Unlocking the power of neurodiversity

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In this feature, Steve Macaulay looks at the benefits and importance of neurodiverse employees Every manager aims to make the best use of all the resources available so that their employees feel fulfilled and satisfied that they are reaching their…

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TJ podcast: Artificial intelligence in L&D – episode 313

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The TJ podcast has a host of L&D experts talk through the Artificial Intelligence in workplace learning, including about digital adoption, impact on our L&D jobs and the opportunity of productivity growth. Speakers include: Links from the discussion: Transcript summary:…

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Navigating the evolving landscape of the L&D Job market: insights and trends for 2024

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Exploring the job market for job seekers and those in hiring roles, four L&D experts share their experience and suggestions in this detailed feature As the year 2023 unfolded, the Learning and Development (L&D) job market underwent a profound transformation.…

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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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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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Why trainers need a contingency plan

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Jane Robson shares her learnings and insight from the sad experience of the lose of a colleague whilst still needing to run a business In training delivery we know how important contingency planning is, but what should it cover? You…

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The future of skills depends upon industry-collaboration

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Different mindset, ways of learning and more are the future of ensuring skills development is fit for the workforce, shares Stewart Watts Before the Autumn Statement in the UK, big tech companies like Microsoft, Salesforce, Amazon, and BT, along with…

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The future of corporate L&D: embracing microlearning

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Exploring the use and advantage of microlearning in the modern working environment is Matteo Penzo In today’s fast-paced corporate world, traditional approaches to learning and development are being challenged. The rise of technology and changing employee expectations have paved the…

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