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Managing teams

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The importance of upskilling both technical and leadership skills 

Sue Musson April 25, 2024
Sue Musson on how L&D can enhance the leadership skills of technical experts Leaders with technical competence hold a unique advantage in today’s demanding workplace. Their expertise establishes immediate credibility, […]...
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Business and industry Case Study Change Collaboration Communication Creativity & innovation Delivering learning & training Diversity, inclusion and equity For experienced L&D professionals For freelancers, consultants & small businesses For HR For L&D managers For people managers For senior L&D Future of work Managing teams Organisational development Return on investment/Value of investment Talent Wellbeing

Reimagining our working life with choice, learning and balance

Laura Probert March 25, 2024
Laura Probert looks at achieving truly flexible working and learning, and how she’s already done it In an era where the conventional boundaries of office and classroom have dissolved into […]...
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Collaboration Communication Conflict resolution Creativity & innovation Diversity, inclusion and equity Employment 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 Managing teams Opinion

Neurodiversity Celebration Week sheds light on neuro-inclusive workplaces

Holly Biggs March 22, 2024
Holly Biggs looks at research that reminds us to foster an improved workplace for our neurodivergent employees for humanitarian reasons, but also because it’s good business In a world that […]...
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Coaching & mentoring Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Creativity & innovation Culture Diversity, inclusion and equity 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 Managing teams Opinion

What can employers do to create more neuroinclusive workplaces?

Leanne Maskell March 21, 2024
Leanne Maskell highlights that we want a neurodiverse workforce and shares practical ideas for how to manage differences Although 55% of organisations believe they have a neuroinclusive culture, research has […]...
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Coaching & mentoring Communication Conflict resolution Diversity, inclusion and equity Employment 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 Managing teams Opinion

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

Hayley Brackley March 18, 2024
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 […]...
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Diversity, inclusion and equity 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 Health and social care Management Managing teams Mental health Opinion Wellbeing

Ending the stigma navigating women’s health in the workplace 

Vicky Britton March 5, 2024
Vicky Britton highlights the challenges women face at work around their health issues, and some of the positive changes companies are making Women’s health is finally emerging from the shadows, […]...
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Bad Bosses Ruin Lives – book review

David Hayden February 6, 2024
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 […]...
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