Communication
How to create a deaf-friendly workplace (it’s easier than you think)
To mark Deaf Awareness Week (5 to 11 May), Anna Park reveals just how easy it is to create a deaf-friendly workplace. From clear communication tips to clever office layout tweaks, small steps can make a huge impact. Inclusion doesn’t have to be hard, and it starts with awareness. #DeafAwarenessWeek2025 One in three adults in the UK are deaf, have hearing loss or tinnitus. This striking statistic underscores a crucial need that businesses and organisations cannot ignore. With this in mind, it…
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…
5 practical strategies for effective conflict resolution in the workplace
Conflict is part of working life, but unresolved tensions can derail even the best teams and impact working life. Simon Phillips shares a practical, people-first approach to transforming conflict into progress, grounded in leadership insights, lived experience and proven impact. Clear, calm and collaborative – this is culture work that sticks Conflict at work is inevitable. Having worked with CEOs and leadership teams across many sectors, dealing with some of the toughest challenges they’ve ever faced, I’ve witnessed how unresolved…
Build a learning strategy the business can’t ignore
🚀 Only 32% of L&D leaders have a strategy aligned with business goals—but that needs to change. Ryan Austin shares a practical five-step plan to transform your learning strategy from reactive to indispensable. Are you ready to speak the language of the business and really make a difference? 🧠📈 Only 32% of Talent and Learning leaders say they have a strategic planning process that fully aligns with their organisation’s broader business strategy. Yet in today’s rapidly evolving world of work—where…
Beyond the brainstorm: Ensuring ideas lead to real change in organisations
💡 Innovation is essential, but without execution, great ideas go nowhere. HR and L&D play a crucial role in bridging the gap between creativity and implementation. We can ensure all parties collaborate effectively to make a difference. ✍️ Steve Macaulay shares how to build teams that turn ideas into action In today’s fast-paced environment, organisations must effectively turn innovation into tangible results or risk the consequences of being left behind. Cultivating a proactive and practical approach is essential, enabling teams…
ADHD isn’t the problem—being misunderstood is
🧠✨ Steve Ollington explores how misunderstanding shapes the lives of people with ADHD—from school to retirement. 🚀 Despite their strengths, many face barriers at work, in relationships, and beyond. The solution? Greater awareness, training, and willingness to learn as people with ADHD need your help to be better understood From childhood to retirement, one of the biggest challenges faced by people with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is the feeling of being misunderstood. This isn’t a minor inconvenience; it’s a…
Leadership at every level: How trust sparks transformation
🔓 Unlock the true potential of your workforce 💡 Too often, rigid structures stifle creativity and initiative. When you empower employees with trust, autonomy, and ownership, they step up as proactive leaders. 🚀 Self-accountability, collaboration, and innovation flourish—driving growth for both individuals and the organisation. Allison Maslan explains more! Having trouble unlocking the true potential of your organisation? Too often, traditional structures limit the flow of energy, creativity, and initiative. Stop treating your employees as parts of a machine. When…
L&D marcomms: How integrated Marketing Communications helps L&D
📢 Feeling bombarded by messages? You are not alone. In a noisy world, how do you make your communications stick? 💡 Hayley Maisey shares how L&D, HR, and internal comms can use integrated marketing strategies to cut through the clutter, boost engagement, and drive action. 🚀 Make your messages count! Raise a hand if you feel bombarded – most days – with different information from all angles. I’m with you! Let me break this down. In our personal lives, messaging…
Top 4 red flags Gen Z sees in your job listing (and how to fix them)
🔴 Gen Z jobseekers are quick to spot red flags in job listings—and if your ad raises them, they’ll scroll right past. From vague salaries to meaningless perks, here are the top four dealbreakers turning young talent away—and what you can do to fix them. 📢 Fix your job listings and attract top Gen Z talent! 1. No genuine invitation to the team Job ads often begin with lengthy, generic company descriptions. “Dynamic team,” “limitless learning opportunities,” and “friendly and…
Digital adoption isn’t an add-on – it’s the foundation of success for any systems roll out
David Starkings looks at implementation and adoption success, sharing a framework for building digital competence Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems represent significant investments for organisations, yet their implementation success rates remain concerningly low. Despite advances in technology, approximately 60% of ERP projects fail to deliver their anticipated benefits. The primary cause isn’t technical issues but rather human factors – specifically, inadequate digital adoption strategies that leave employees struggling to embrace new systems and processes. Frustration often leads to system rejection…
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