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From chaos to clarity: Mastering documentation for work processes
Discover key insights and techniques for effective, process documentation, with clear guidance from Jo Cook I saw a Facebook meme recently that went a bit like this: Me as a youth: Don’t tell me what to do! Me as an adult: Would someone please tell me, in intricate detail, with timings, exactly what I’m supposed to do. Good quality work often has a good quality process to guide it, so that there’s consistency, quality and clear outcomes. On a contract…
Wake up and smell the silicon: How to be human in an AI workplace
Cultivate your human skills and embrace the four Cs to thrive in an AI-driven world, writes Laura Thomson-Staveley Back in 2016, I had a moment where I realised how significant artificial intelligence (AI) could become in our daily lives. I was listening to a neuroscientist talk from the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (Darpa) in the US which has a $3bn a year annual budget for research activities which invariably focuses on AI, and it struck me that we were on…
Strategies leaders can implement today to enhance employee retention
Struggling with employee retention? Discover actionable strategies to keep your top talent engaged and committed. Charlie Fletcher offers practical tips As the job market has flipped on its head worldwide, companies are quickly finding employee retention to be a major problem. High turnover disrupts operations, leads to significant onboarding costs and accelerates the loss of institutional knowledge. Employees are increasingly focusing on issues like juggling work-life balance, inadequate salaries, and lessened career mobility. Companies are finding that they need to formulate…
Navigating and leading in the multi-generational workforce
Teams with Boomers, Gen X, Millennials and Gen Z can thrive with the right strategies. John Zettler reveals how In today’s workplace, leaders are faced with the unique challenge of managing teams comprised of individuals from multiple generations. With so-called Baby Boomers, Generation X, Millennials (Generation Y), and Generation Z all working side by side, leaders must adapt their leadership styles to accommodate diverse perspectives, preferences and work habits. Navigating a multi-generational workforce requires a nuanced approach that recognises the…
Learning from life: What I learnt from living with disruption
Noise, mess, things left behind. Coping with decorating and how that applies to job changes – as explored by Michelle Parry-Slater Despite having lived in the house for four years, we had not ‘made it our own’. I often end up doing that ridiculous thing of not decorating until we decide to move, thus preparing the house to sell for someone else to enjoy the spoils of our labour. Am I alone in this? Do you put up with a…
Cambridge study on enhancing career progression and language skills
In an era where English language skills are essential for global business, Nisreen Ash from Cambridge University Press & Assessment reflects on new research which shows the positive impact of the online English test Linguaskill Developing business English skills in a global job market helps with employability, and the way you learn and prepare can have an impact on confidence and proficiency, according to recent global research. I am part of a team in Cambridge that investigates the impact of…
Facilitate and flourish: Embracing a new season
Explore the art of great facilitation, interspersed with connection, curiosity and creativity with Fiona McBride As we see seasons transition it prompts me to consider the potential for change and transformation within our learning and facilitation work. This could be the perfect opportunity to seek out opportunities to evolve our approach, try new tools and techniques, or explore new trends in learning and development. It’s useful to look at the areas you work in and explore strategies for continual improvement…
How to build an Olympic-level workplace with athlete-inspired training
Unlock peak performance with stretch assignments, diverse training methods and data-driven insights for your teams. Discover how with Rico Wyder When they parade along the River Seine for the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympic Games, the athletes taking part will have undergone years of rigorous training, practice, coaching and feedback. Competing at the highest level is the moment they display all that practice. This also happens in the workplace HR and L&D leaders can take a lot of inspiration…
The ethical imperatives of implementing learning technologies
Learning technologies are changing the game, but it’s crucial to navigate their use with care. Dr Ajit Kumar Kar breaks down the key ethical considerations for anyone new to L&D In today’s rapidly evolving knowledge landscape, the integration of technology into learning environments has become increasingly prevalent. From online learning platforms to virtual reality simulations, technology offers unprecedented opportunities to enhance the learning experience. Transformation must be guided by a strong commitment to ethical principles and values However, amid this…
The Social Brain – book review
The Social Brain offers a fascinating exploration into the dynamics of group connectivity and leadership. Gaëlle Delmas-Watson reveals its invaluable insights for HR and L&D professionals Book: The Social Brain: The psychology of successful groups Authors: Tracey Camilleri, Samantha Rockey and Robin Dunbar Why read it? I loved the title: The Social Brain! The book really unpicks the various elements that enable individuals to connect with a group. It is short, easy to read and snappy, combining well-documented academic research with…
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