The latest L&D news, reports, research and updates, personally compiled by TJ’s Editor, Jo Cook. This week: Skills gaps threaten growth as L&D lags behind, while AI rapidly reshapes project management. Confidence in workforce readiness is low—but leadership, tech, and adaptability could be key to thriving in future economies. Nearly half of US HR leaders consider leaving field due to emotional toll Lattice, the leading HR platform where people and AI succeed together, has released its annual 2026 State of…

The latest L&D news, reports, research and updates, personally compiled by TJ’s Editor, Jo Cook. This week: Cyber cover-up issues, apprenticeship confusion, first aid gaps, and Copilot’s mixed impact reviews all feature, plus a four-day week pilot that boosted morale – but still got the ministerial cold shoulder. Curious? Read on. Companies aren’t cantering training in their goals, but they need to, report says As companies move to focus on sustainability in their supply chains amid disruptions, only 12% of…

The latest L&D news, reports, research and updates, personally compiled by TJ’s Editor, Jo Cook. This week: Gen Z job-hoppers stir the market, while AI’s emotional tone divides opinion. Amid shifting loyalties and digital habits, HR must balance speed, trust, and tech to keep top all talent engaged and onboard. Half of workers say they got a job through a connection Networking remains highly relevant in hiring, with 54% of workers saying they got hired for a job through a…