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Blogs Delivering learning & training Science, technology and research Strategy

Joining the dots . . . in praise of benchmarking

Martin Couzins December 21, 2023

Martin Couzins highlights those stubborn data findings about L&D and encourages us to use the data for our own organisations Benchmarking is a process of measuring products and services against […]...

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Blogs Collaboration Communication Delivering learning & training Learning design Opinion Science, technology and research Strategy Technology

Joining the dots . . . on buying learning technology

Martin Couzins November 13, 2023

This month Martin Couzins asks is there a better way for corporate learning buyers and vendors to do business? What does an L&D leader looking to invest in new learning […]...

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Communication Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Delivering learning & training Education and skills Features Learning design Learning Needs Analysis Skills Talent Technology

Personalisation: the route to engagement and success

Tommy Richardson November 1, 2023

Research shows employees want to improve their skills and expect a tailored approach. Tommy Richardson explains how asking the right questions leads to success Corporate training has evolved over the […]...

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Change Collaboration Communication Features Leadership Management Managing teams Technology

7 questions to ask before scheduling a meeting

Jenny Herbison September 27, 2023

It’s time to question the norm about meetings, says Jenny Herbison. Here she suggests ways to change our approach in 2023 In today’s digital era, the way we connect, collaborate, […]...

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) Blogs Change Coaching & mentoring Communication

Exploring people potential

Sue Stockdale September 5, 2023

This month Sue Stockdale collaborates with machine learning to ask: Can AI take over the role of the coach? In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has made remarkable strides in […]...

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Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Culture Delivering learning & training Education and skills Engagement Features Learning design Learning Needs Analysis Learning transfer Return on investment/Value of investment Skills Talent

Setting up learning for success

Paul Matthews August 31, 2023

In the second of two articles on establishing successful learning, Paul Matthews examines collective responsibility In the first article in this series we looked at getting clarity on the wants […]...

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Change Communication Creativity & innovation Culture Environmental, sustainability, social & governance Features Future of work Leadership Organisational development Technology

Challenger banks leading the way in sustainability

Glenn Gillis August 9, 2023

Glenn Gillis looks at the role challenger banks have in the search for a greener world and the role gamification has in changing attitudes Concerns about climate change are influencing […]...

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Change Communication Diversity, inclusion and equity Engagement Environmental, sustainability, social & governance Leadership Management Opinion Wellbeing

Intergenerational conversations boost LGBTQ+ rights

Anyi Hobson August 7, 2023

Anyi Hobson explores why generations working together improve the LGBTQ+ landscape There have undoubtedly been significant gains for LGBTQ+ people and causes over the years. Yet recent events indicate that […]...

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Blogs Coaching & mentoring Communication Conflict resolution Education and skills Leadership Management Managing teams Wellbeing

Exploring people potential

Sue Stockdale August 3, 2023

This month Sue Stockdale looks at a common concern for many people – how to tackle difficult conversations with confidence One of the most frequent coaching topics that is discussed […]...

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Change Communication Leadership Management Managing teams Opinion Talent Wellbeing

How managers can support workers with mental health problems

Carl Jones August 2, 2023

Spotting the early signs of mental health issues in employees is vital to ensure recovery and business success. Here Carl Jones looks at the problem and offers advice on helping […]...