L&D Professionals
Training for every brain: How inclusive learning unlocks performance
As more employees identify as neurodivergent, traditional workplace training is falling short. Eleanor Hecks explores inclusive, strengths-based learning design, mentorship and leadership behaviours that unlock talent, boost engagement and deliver measurable business impact for organisations. This is about seeking sustainable performance and genuinely inclusive cultures in modern workplaces, supporting everyone. A growing number of employees are identifying as neurodivergent, ranging from autism spectrum conditions to attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and dyslexia. As such, there is an increased awareness of the…
Turning AI into your company’s brain for stronger knowledge sharing and communication
AI is fast becoming the connective tissue of modern organisations. From remote corporate teams to factory floors, smarter knowledge sharing is now a competitive advantage. Used well, AI can break down silos, speed up communication and turn scattered information into shared intelligence. Shinichiro Nakamura reveals how to make it work The UK AI market is worth more than £21bn, and is expected to grow to £1tn in 10 years. Soon, AI will be a staple in many workplaces – and there’s huge potential for solutions to transform how we transfer knowledge and manage communications between teams. …
The engagement trap: Becoming irreplaceable in the age of AI
AI is changing work, and it’s calling our bluff. When machines do more of the grind, engagement becomes personal. It’s no longer about perks, but the effort you put in. Grant Wyatt shows how achieving fulfilment at work comes from tapping into the ‘engagement triad’ of clarity, capability and character You’re in your manager’s office, resignation letter in hand, heart racing. You say the line you’ve rehearsed for months: “I quit.” You grab your potted plant and stride out like a movie hero. Three months later, you’re at a new desk. Same emails. Same politics. Same frustrations. The only…
How AI will reset the worker-employer relationship on L&D
AI is quietly rewriting the deal between employers and employees, and L&D sits right at the centre of it. From mindset shifts to self-directed learning, what does this mean in practice? Yomi Tejumola explores how AI is reshaping responsibility, capability and trust at work, and what L&D should do next British businesses spent £53bn on training in 2024. At face value this sounds like a substantial figure, until you realise it’s down nearly one-fifth from 2011 according to government data. Per employee, the decline is even starker. At £1,700…
The HR & L&D trends that will define 2026
Big change is coming for HR and L&D in 2026, and standing still isn’t an option. From AI and skills gaps to retention headaches and hybrid work tensions, what should leaders focus on? Let’s break down the seven trends shaping the year ahead, with practical, no-nonsense guidance from Robin Adda 2026 is already emerging as one of the most pivotal moments for HR and L&D in modern history. Pressures across talent pipelines, ongoing debates on remote work, accelerating AI adoption, widening skills gaps and shifting employee expectations have all been building. “With thoughtful planning and a balanced approach, the pressures…
Top 5 trends shaping the future of career coaching
Jenny Booth shares insights from over two decades in careers guidance and calls for a shift toward much more inclusive, flexible, and strengths-based support for neurodivergent young people. She explores the growing role of families, digital tools, and purpose-led planning in shaping credible, compassionate career paths for the next generation. After more than two decades working in careers advice and guidance with young people, I have seen the landscape change dramatically. What once centred on information giving and career matching…
Space to think, permission to change: The TJ60 conference takeaways
Training Journal’s 60th Anniversary conference video captures the people profession at a turning point. From celebrating 60 years of workplace learning to confronting stubborn challenges around impact, evidence and credibility, contributors share what must change next. Expect practical reflections on AI, and moving beyond content creation towards real organisational capability. Training Journal’s 60th Anniversary Conference (TJ60) brought L&D people together in London for a day designed to celebrate the past, and sharpen what matters next. The video captures that energy…
Performance is human: Building a modern people strategy in the age of AI
As AI continues its massive transformation of the workplace, performance management must evolve too. Sidonie Viala shares how 360Learning has moved beyond rigid metrics to embrace coaching, autonomy and real-time learning. By prioritising people over process, the company is building a culture where growth thrives, and performance becomes truly human-centred. Data rules in the age of AI. We trust it for everything from growth targets, revenue forecasting and strategic decisions. Yet when it comes to performance management, our obsession with…
Generation numb: Why today’s workforce feels nothing at all
Today’s workforce is emotionally checked out, overwhelmed by constant change and digital saturation. In this compelling call to action, Josh Cardoz urges organisations to break the cycle of disconnection and cynicism. Through purpose, friction and human connection, we can reignite meaning and reshape work for a generation on the brink. Today’s workforce is going through a profound and fundamental shift. Faced with relentless economic uncertainty, the after-effects of a global pandemic, and perpetual digital overload, this generation of workers is…
Growth through AI starts with your people, not platforms
AI holds huge promise for business, but many workers feel overwhelmed. Cassandra MacDonald explores how organisations can bridge the gap between innovation and confidence by shifting the focus from technology tools to people. Communication, culture and capability are key to unlocking AI’s true potential and turning disruption into sustainable growth. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the workplace at breathtaking speed, and its potential to fuel business growth is vast. Yet, amid the hype, another reality is emerging, one where many…
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