Future of Work
How AI is reshaping recruitment and why human interaction still matters
AI has transformed both sides of recruitment, but users must understand its pros and cons – Rebecca Napier explains When it comes to recruitment, artificial intelligence systems are now readily available for both HR professionals and candidates alike. But many businesses still underestimate the capabilities of AI software. Throughout the recruitment process it is paramount that human interactions lay the foundation as this ensures honest, open and productive communication At Gi Group, we now implement AI to assist…
The power of video in microlearning
Bite-sized videos grab your learner’s attention, stick in their mind, and turn knowledge into action – Tim Moss shows how to get started Imagine this: you’re onboarding a new employee, Sarah, who feels overwhelmed about learning a complex project management tool. Instead of handing her a dense user manual, you provide her with a short, engaging video tutorial. The video is concise, visually clear, and even includes an interactive quiz at the end. After watching, Sarah not only understands the tool but…
Revolutionising corporate training with Virtual Reality: A bold new era for workforce learning
Are budget and safety issues with your training? This partner article explores the VR solution to make your learning experience next level Imagine stepping into a world where employees can perfect their skills without the fear of making costly mistakes. Picture new hires confidently operating complex machinery on day one—without even touching a real piece of equipment. This is the magic of VR in corporate training. It’s not just a trend; it’s here to stay, and adoption is growing. Learning…
Shaping the future: How the UK’s AI action plan transforms learning and development
The UK Government’s announcement to be an AI superpower will impact every L&D professional’s future Today to the UK government announced it’s AI Opportunities Action Plan, which has three key goals: These goals are interconnected and aim to position the UK as a leader in AI development and adoption. The goals explored Laying the foundations to enable AI: This goal focuses on creating the necessary infrastructure and conditions for AI to thrive. It involves: Changing lives by embracing AI: This…
TJ interviews: Thought Industries CEO, Robin Wadsworth
This chat is about industry insights on learning platforms and AI in the e-learning space Training Journal: Thought Industries describes itself as an external enterprise learning platform for customer, partner, and professional training. The market for learning platforms is still developing and quite dynamic. What should someone shopping for a learning platform look for? Robin Wadsworth: We think the ability to tailor solutions should be table stakes – an absolute minimum. Learning, training, and certification programs tend to look a…
The hybrid landslide: How leaders can empower today’s employees with flexibility
Frank Weishaupt advises creating a culture of accountability and training managers to improve hybrid performance Over the past five years, companies have witnessed dramatic changes to the way we work. During the pandemic, many workers and businesses learned how to grapple with remote work for the first time, which eventually evolved into a hybrid model as employees began venturing back into the office. Times have changed and expectations shifted when it comes to the way we work Today, some businesses…
Gen Z talent, productivity and potential unlocked with three keys
Coaching, skill development and a collaborative workplace culture helps Gen Z thrive and boost productivity – Katie Mahony explains Generation Z face some unique pressures stepping into the workplace. According to a 2023 Gallup report, Gen Z workers show higher levels of stress and anxiety than any other generation. One may argue that transitioning from a reasonably predictable world of education to a workplace undergoing massive digital change, together with wrestling with a new set of post-pandemic expectations, places significant pressure…
The future of expertise is synthesis in a world of abundant information
Now that information is so easily accessible, the rules of expertise at work have changed – Colin Smith is your guide As organisational psychologist and author Adam Grant aptly observes: “The hallmark of expertise is no longer how much you know. It’s how well you synthesise. Information scarcity rewarded knowledge acquisition. Information abundance requires pattern recognition. It’s not enough to collect facts. The future belongs to those who connect dots.” This quote was shared by the Ministry of Justice’s Zoe Sweet at the CIPD…
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…
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…
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