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From tap to hip hop: How dance inspires workplace excellence
Success at work requires precision, energy, expression and adaptability – just like mastering different dance styles. Karl Green shares lessons from the stage to help you perform at your best Some of our most powerful lessons about workplace success come from unexpected places. As someone from a performance background of over a decade, who pivoted career from dance and musical theatre to coaching and development, one of my favourite analogies is how different dances mirror various approaches to work and…
L&D professionals question if AI really is a hot topic for 2025
Donald H Taylor launches his L&D Global Sentiment Survey and TJ digs into the results At the launch event for the of the L&D Global Sentiment Survey 2025, the 12th annual check of the pulse of L&D worldwide, Donald H Taylor has analysed answers from 3,339 people covering 93 countries. Don asks “What will be hot in workplace L&D?” for the coming year and people make a selection from 16 options, including AI, reskilling, learning analytics and others. Don highlights…
From influence to action: key lessons from the World of Learning Summit 2025
How can L&D leaders drive real impact, influence strategy, and transform learning in the workplace? Be inspired by the industry’s leading thinkers and practitioners in this conference summary What does it truly mean for L&D to have “a seat at the table”? It’s a phrase that sparks debate—some see it as the pinnacle of influence, while others dismiss it as an outdated ambition. It’s not just about being in the executive room; it’s about using the right data, influencing the…
Getting to grips with extended reality and immersive learning
The benefits include enhanced engagement and better knowledge retention, but how do you get started? Philip Moore has your step-by-step guide to introducing XR learning to your organisation Learning technology as we know it is evolving. Today, extended reality (XR) is offering immersive learning experiences that allow employees to upskill in a uniquely personalised and engaging way. While XR, an all-encompassing term for virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and mixed reality (MR), was once only associated with gaming, organisations are…
Networks, mindset and the ‘genius of audacity’: A coach’s recipe for job search success
Job hunting? Executive coach Beverlie Wilkinson shares her Gold, Silver, Bronze strategy for career success The job search landscape has changed dramatically – we’re navigating AI-led processes and numerous digital tools, making it more important than ever to stay positive and resilient. As an executive coach, I’ve noticed something crucial: finding a job today is all about mindset. It’s about knowing yourself, maintaining a positive mindset and building meaningful connections First, let’s talk about why you might be looking to…
Crisis or opportunity? How we can ensure implementation, not repetition
Want to prevent history from repeating? HR and L&D must turn inquiry recommendations into action – David Buchanan and Steve Macaulay explore how to implement change after serious incidents Crises can strike any organisation, any size, any sector, at any time. All agree that ‘this must never happen again’. But will it lead to real change? Following an accident or disaster, you might assume that changes would be welcome, automatic, straightforward. Receptiveness to change should be high. Resistance should be low. Implementation should be rapid and easy. The evidence shows these…
Letting go of your agenda: How Open Space Technology helped us co-create an exceptional event
Ever wished your training or events had more personal spark? Phil Walsh shares his approach to making any experience more connected When we began planning a forum, we were eager to explore new ways to tap into the collective intelligence of our incredible audience. Six of us, representing three different organisations, sat down to brainstorm ways we could turn control over to the attendees, trusting that they had the knowledge, creativity, and insight to lead meaningful discussions. We wanted a…
The thousand post sprint – one person’s extreme challenge to test the power of connections on social media
Engage more on LinkedIn, get more views – Faris Aranki really took that advice to heart and shares his epic adventure I recently undertook a gargantuan social media challenge; partly to learn more about human behaviours and the algorithm that sits behind LinkedIn and partly because I was bored. In this first of a two part blog series I explain what I did and why. “You don’t have to do this Faris, just stop now!” But I didn’t stop… Have…
From burnout to brilliance: How L&D drives employee engagement and retention
L&D must factor employee desires into learning programmes to maximise effectiveness, argues Dr Jill Stefaniak Employee burnout is a pervasive issue that affects organisations and individuals alike. According to recent findings, a staggering 82% of employees are at risk of burnout this year. Despite its far-reaching impact, only half of employers are actively looking to combat burnout by incorporating staff wellbeing and mental health into their strategic plans. Those who are uncertain about how to do so can educate themselves…
Taking team collaboration to the next level: Tips for lifting your team’s foot off the brake
Successful teams play two games: a sharp outer game, driven by a strong inner game – Rob Shaw shows you how to win at both Discovering what may be getting in the way of your team’s effectiveness can’t be left to guesswork. According to our data from over 20,000 team members around the world, 41% of teams struggle with improving collaboration and only one in eight teams consider themselves as being strong at making the changes they need to grow. These…
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