Opinion

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Book related Coaching & mentoring 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 Opinion Reflective practice

Think Like a Coach – book review

Vanessa Deroo May 7, 2024

Book: Think Like A CoachAuthor: Jude Sclater As an L&D practitioner, I am increasingly drawn to coaching – the methods, theories and advice. I truly believe this is a skill that benefits […]...

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) Business and industry Data For experienced L&D professionals For freelancers, consultants & small businesses For HR For L&D managers For senior L&D Opinion Technology

Curiosity and connection for AI in learning

Andrew Jacobs May 3, 2024

Andrew Jacobs explores how creatively thinking about technology and what we want from it can enhance not only your use of AI, but your strategy too I like to tinker. […]...

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Diversity, inclusion and equity Engagement 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 Neuroscience Opinion

Redefining neurodiversity in the workplace: beyond autism and dyslexia

Ed Thompson April 30, 2024

Ed Thompson delves into neurodiversity, showing its power to enhance teamwork and foster inclusivity in the workplace Neurodiversity, contrary to common misconceptions, doesn’t only refer to autism, dyslexia and other […]...

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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 Leadership Management Mental health Opinion Wellbeing

How can first-time CEOs manage stress effectively?

David Roche April 29, 2024

New to the top job? Don’t panic! David Roche shares practical tips to help first-time CEOs succeed McKinsey asserts that $1trillion is lost every year in market value of […]...

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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 Leadership Managing teams Opinion Reflective practice

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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Data 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 Opinion Skills Talent Understanding Business

Data deficiency: how inaccurate reporting undermines the UK labour market

Nichola Hay April 12, 2024

Nichola Hay explains why capturing workforce data on a wide range of L&D initiatives is an economic necessity It was recently reported that workforce data provided by the Office for National […]...

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Collaboration Communication Culture Diversity, inclusion and equity Emotional intelligence 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 Opinion

My whole self – creating psychologically safe cultures at work

Simon Blake April 9, 2024

Simon Blake on the importance of feeling valued and empowered to be our ‘whole self’ at work When I feel safe at work, I am me without worrying about whether I am being […]...

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) For new to L&D Opinion Technology

Shaping the future of work with artificial intelligence

Ravinder Tulsiani April 5, 2024

AI in the workplace: beware the risks and seize the opportunities, says Ravinder Tulsiani While artificial intelligence (AI) presents organisations with the promise of unparalleled efficiencies and capabilities, it also […]...

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Communication Culture Engagement For experienced L&D professionals For freelancers, consultants & small businesses For HR For L&D managers For people managers For senior L&D Leadership Management Opinion

Out of touch? The stark reality of the cost-of-living crisis and the responsibility of the C-suite

Rob Russell April 4, 2024

As more employees report feelings of stress and overwhelm, Rob Russell suggests eight ways to help the C-suite play an active role in company culture The cost of living in […]...

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Creativity & innovation Delivering learning & training For experienced L&D professionals For freelancers, consultants & small businesses For senior L&D Opinion Technology

Immersive learning: the future of training

Phillip Carmichael Jr April 3, 2024

‘Learning by doing’ presents limitless possibilities for workforce training, writes Phillip Carmichael Jr In the ever-evolving landscape of professional development, traditional methods of learning are being redefined by the growth of […]...