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L&D isn’t broken. The way we work is.

Partner Content

✨ From firefighting to accusations of being a cost centre. You’re not the problem — the system is ✨ In this punchy partner piece, we introduce the People Impact Loop™: a strategic shift that puts marketing, design and business alignment at the heart of L&D — and proves impact from day one You’ve built the platform. Curated the content. Launched the campaign. And still… silence. Low engagement. Vague outcomes. Stakeholders giving you that look that says, “What exactly do you…

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Why a coach’s commitment isn’t enough: The truth about organisational coaching 

Clare Norman

🚦 A coach’s commitment alone won’t drive success. 🏎️ Just like in F1, peak performance demands full engagement from every player – the individual, the coach and the organisation.  🏁 Clare Norman unpacks why coaching only delivers real results when everyone is ‘all-in’ – and what it takes to cross the finish line 🍾  Picture this: a Formula One driver sits in a multi-million dollar racing car, ready to push the limits of human performance. Behind the scenes, in the past, his performance coach has…

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Blending human and machine: Equipping employees with the right skills for AI collaboration 

Jeremy Campbell

🤖 AI is transforming workplaces – but human skills are still the game-changer! To thrive in an AI-driven world, employees need creativity, empathy and adaptability.  ✨ Jeremy Campbell explores how to future-proof your workforce by blending human ingenuity with machine efficiency. Ready to unlock AI’s full potential? 🔑  Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the modern workplace, automating tasks and enhancing productivity like never before. But for AI to truly shine, it needs human qualities – empathy, creativity and ethical decision-making…

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One in four UK workers plan to quit in 2025: Learning is your retention strategy

Aisling MacNamara

📉 Retention crisis ahead! With hiring costs soaring and UK workers quitting at record rates, businesses can’t afford to lose talent.   💡 Aisling MacNamara reveals how investing in learning and development keeps employees engaged, fuels career growth and boosts retention. 🚀 Future-proofing your workforce starts with L&D!  According to new data from Personio, nearly half of workers (48%) plan to quit their jobs in 2025. This poses difficulties for UK companies, as the estimated cost of replacing an employee starts at 30% of an…

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Beyond the brainstorm: Ensuring ideas lead to real change in organisations

Steve Macaulay

💡 Innovation is essential, but without execution, great ideas go nowhere. HR and L&D play a crucial role in bridging the gap between creativity and implementation. We can ensure all parties collaborate effectively to make a difference. ✍️ Steve Macaulay shares how to build teams that turn ideas into action In today’s fast-paced environment, organisations must effectively turn innovation into tangible results or risk the consequences of being left behind. Cultivating a proactive and practical approach is essential, enabling teams…

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ADHD isn’t the problem—being misunderstood is

Steve Ollington

🧠✨ Steve Ollington explores how misunderstanding shapes the lives of people with ADHD—from school to retirement. 🚀 Despite their strengths, many face barriers at work, in relationships, and beyond. The solution? Greater awareness, training, and willingness to learn as people with ADHD need your help to be better understood From childhood to retirement, one of the biggest challenges faced by people with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is the feeling of being misunderstood. This isn’t a minor inconvenience; it’s a…

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The business case for workplace happiness – six steps to sustainable success

Mark Price

😊 Is your workplace truly happy? 💰  Employee wellbeing is a huge economic issue and from the boardroom to the breakroom the true value of workplace happiness is explored by Lord Mark Price. Read for measuring and improving workplace happiness, six steps to support your staff in wellbeing, job satisfaction and productivity As we celebrated World Happiness Day on March 20, it’s essential to reflect on the significance of happiness in our daily lives, particularly within the workplace. Workplace happiness…

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Turbulent times and resilient responses: How UK policy is shaping employer action

Jon Czul

👉 Resilience is the new compliance and policy is driving employer preparedness. With a focus on training, companies need to go from policy to practice as organisational resilience is now a business priority 📑 Jon Czul explores how a learning culture will strengthen this, and why it matters in these turbulent times It’s often said that we live in increasingly turbulent times, and the past few months and years certainly gives credence to that. From Covid and the climate crisis…

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Leadership at every level: How trust sparks transformation

Allison Maslan

🔓 Unlock the true potential of your workforce 💡 Too often, rigid structures stifle creativity and initiative. When you empower employees with trust, autonomy, and ownership, they step up as proactive leaders. 🚀 Self-accountability, collaboration, and innovation flourish—driving growth for both individuals and the organisation. Allison Maslan explains more! Having trouble unlocking the true potential of your organisation? Too often, traditional structures limit the flow of energy, creativity, and initiative. Stop treating your employees as parts of a machine. When…

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L&D marcomms: How integrated Marketing Communications helps L&D

Hayley Maisey

📢 Feeling bombarded by messages? You are not alone. In a noisy world, how do you make your communications stick? 💡 Hayley Maisey shares how L&D, HR, and internal comms can use integrated marketing strategies to cut through the clutter, boost engagement, and drive action. 🚀 Make your messages count! Raise a hand if you feel bombarded – most days – with different information from all angles. I’m with you! Let me break this down. In our personal lives, messaging…