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L&D marcomms: Adopting a marketer’s approach to email communications
Email sent, information shared, job done – or is it? Hayley Maisey gives pause for thought ‘Send email comms re: new leadership training’ – yep, tick that box. OK, let’s back up and unpack the email just sent. No doubt it contains information on the leadership training being rolled out, a link for online access, a date/time/place for the in-person sessions, and so on. Does it explain why the training is happening, what participants will learn from attending and how they’ll benefit? Is…
A week in the life of: A trainee psychotherapist
Balancing work, studies and a placement isn’t easy, but Anita Guru is relishing the challenge Rewind to 2020 at the start of the pandemic: I could foresee significant challenges for mental health. The trauma people experienced wasn’t solely from contracting Covid, but also from isolation, lack of human interaction, an absent sense of community, and fear for their safety. I knew these would have huge implications going forward. Switching off ‘therapist mode’ with friends and family has been a learning curve For…
The power of imperfection: Transforming challenges into opportunities for growth
Steve Macaulay and Sarah Cook explore resilience through Kintsugi – and finding gold after a setback In everyday work situations, it is unrealistic to expect that everything goes to plan. More and more managers acknowledge the need to build the capability of resilience to better manage stress and pressure and bounce back after setbacks. Setbacks are growth opportunities. By learning from mistakes, we become more resilient and adaptable The Japanese art of Kintsugi, which involves repairing broken pottery with gold…
A positive approach to menopause in the workplace
How L&D can create work environments that empower women to thrive during menopause and beyond In today’s evolving workplace, it is crucial for L&D professionals to acknowledge the impact of menopause and provide support systems for women navigating this life phase. The concept of a ‘second spring’ is rooted in Eastern philosophy, that reframes menopause as a period of renewal and growth. This perspective can offer women – and their employers – powerful tools to foster resilience, wellbeing and career…
Keeping an organisation and people safe – the critical role of L&D
How L&D professionals can help businesses mitigate complex security risks through effective training and leadership – with insights from Richard Mackintosh and Sarah Keeling It is widely acknowledged that the world is more dangerous than at any time since 1945. Recent disruptions to world IT systems, caused by a patching update, are a stark warning of the risks we run because of our interconnectedness and dependencies. Instability in Europe and the rise of China, all underpinned and dependent upon emergent…
Editor’s blog: From pageviews to podcasts
Jo Cook shares numbers and articles that made an impact for TJ readers in 2024 It’s often said, but often meant – I can’t believe a year has whizzed by so quickly! This week I’ve been Editor of Training Journal for 12 months, and I’ve enjoyed every single one! What have I been up to in that time? Good question! Here are some numbers! And those numbers in text: 225,238 pageviews on the website144% increase year on year of website…
The future of work: Why capabilities are the link between learning and performance
Got goals but no learning? Learning but no application? Ben Satchwell brings it all together An integrated approach to business is nothing new and it could be argued that the approach offers superior performance than when business units, systems and processes operate in isolation. In our world though, what often goes unnoticed is that learning initiatives and performance objectives commonly operate in silos, limiting their effectiveness. Capabilities provide the connective tissue between learning and performance From my experience as the…
An exploration of soft skills
Soft skills are essential for professional and social success – Professor Rao reveals their transformative power The importance of soft skills is increasingly recognised across global educational institutions, where they enhance employability, and within organisations, where they drive productivity and performance. Despite their importance, soft skills remain an under-researched area. Several myths surround soft skills because the field is still evolving. They are often confused with other concepts, such as: Researchers, scholars and educators struggle to agree on a universal…
A week in the life of: A founder of a small business
Phil Willcox from Emotion at Work reflects on the three choices he makes each week to balance his business needs, personal boundaries and emotions It sometimes feels like you’re constantly choosing between one thing or another. Both options are useful and productive, and both deliver valuable outcomes. But they are still a choice. In or on? Working in the business means collaborating with our (IMHO) fantastic clients. This often involves sticky notes, large flip chart pads, Sharpies, scented pens, tangle toys and…
TJ podcast: Notebook LM, Neuroscience and magazine flashback – episode 326
Insights from neuroscience, personalised learning and growth mindset are explored via a Notebook LM podcast Get involved in discussing this episode, especially it’s AI creation, on LinkedIn. We want to know what you think, good and bad! Key takeaways Created by ChatpGPT Podcast summary: Created by ChatpGPT This podcast episode explores innovative approaches to learning and development (L&D), blending insights from training practices, neuroscience, and emerging technologies. The host begins by introducing Notebook LM, a tool that uses AI to…
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