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The future of technology: Empowering today’s female leaders?
As tech reshapes the world of work, Adeolu Adewumi-Zer explores how female leaders can thrive 🚀 if L&D professionals act now. 💡From digital literacy to AI ethics, the right programmes will unlock a powerful future where women lead innovation, shape strategy and drive real change across industries and organisations 🌟 The landscape of leadership is undergoing a profound transformation driven by the relentless march of technology. It is imperative to examine how this technological evolution will uniquely impact female leaders and…
TJ podcast: From talk to transformation – the art of effective facilitation – episode 327
In this episode, we explore the subtle (and not-so-subtle) differences between teaching, training, and facilitation—and why they matter more than you might think. From accidental facilitators to seasoned pros, our guests share honest reflections, practical approaches, and cautionary tales about what makes learning stick. We dive into the skills that set great facilitators apart, the common mistakes that derail engagement and impact, and why designing for learning transfer is non-negotiable. Whether you’re delivering in person or online, this is a…
Re-thinking ROI: How to secure Learning and Development’s seat at the table
Traditional metrics aren’t cutting it. In a shifting job market, time to skill could be the KPI L&D needs to speak the boardroom’s language and increase contribution to the bottom line. Frédéric Hébert unpacks how this approach connects learning with tangible business outcomes — and why now’s the time to act The job market is changing fast – faster than ever. With automation, AI and new technology shaking up almost every industry, entire professions are expected to disappear while new…
Bring the joy: how fun fuels learning and is key to getting serious work done
Fun isn’t a distraction – it’s a powerful enabler of deep learning, collaboration and creativity. Laura Thomson-Staveley shares how creating joyful, inclusive environments helps professionals feel safer, think more openly and bring their best selves to work – a little joy can go a long way in transforming workplace learning experiences As a leadership coach and trainer with 25 years of experience, I’ve noticed a fascinating shift in workplace dynamics over recent months. More and more participants in my workshops,…
The Ethics of AI in Learning & Development: What L&D specialists need to know
From bias-busting to protecting learner data, ethical AI in L&D is essential. Harikrishna Kundariya explores the foundation of how professionals can champion transparency, fairness and human insight whilst also embracing the tech shaping tomorrow’s learning. This will give you a great starting point to research more for your organisation AI has a major role to play in almost every sector and industry today. Be it healthcare, IT or finance, AI can help in automating repetitive tasks and simplifying complex challenges.…
From formulas to finals, how Excel competitions boost real-world skills
Do you think Excel is just for number crunching? Think again. Lara Holding-Jones dives into the competitive world of Excel E-Sports—yes, it’s a thing—and shows how this global competition is fuelling serious skills development, community connection and a lot of unexpected fun for your next L&D power move Yes, you read that right. E-Sports. Competitions in Excel. The annual Microsoft Excel World Championship (MEWC). Every month, hundreds of competitors tackle different Excel challenges, hoping to earn their place in the…
The future of work: Modernising job architectures and why skills alone aren’t enough
🧩 Jobs, skills, capabilities – how do they fit together? In today’s fast-changing world, static job roles no longer cut it. Skills matter, but without structure, they’re meaningless. 💡 Ben Satchwell explores why the future of work isn’t about replacing jobs with skills, but blending them with capabilities to create agile organisations 🚀 Traditional job architectures are broken. They were built for a different era – one where careers were linear, jobs stayed static and the skills required for success didn’t change much over…
L&D isn’t broken. The way we work is.
✨ 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…
Why a coach’s commitment isn’t enough: The truth about organisational coaching
🚦 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…
Blending human and machine: Equipping employees with the right skills for AI collaboration
🤖 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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