Technology
7 questions to ask before scheduling a meeting
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, and communicate has experienced a paradigm shift. With the transformation brought about by technological advancements and the omnipresent shadow of the Covid-19 pandemic, we find ourselves at a pivotal juncture in 2023. The pandemic sent companies scrambling to adapt to remote work, often without adequate preparation. In the years since,…
Challenger banks leading the way in sustainability
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 consumer choices more than ever, with nearly three-quarters of Britons anxious about global warming. As sustainability becomes a top priority for customers, 92% of them are more willing to trust a business that supports action on environmental issues. This is shaping trends in the financial sector; a recent report found…
Fighting the war on cyber crime
The corporate battle against cybercrime is raging every day, don’t be a casualty, follow Joseph Carson’s tips and keep your systems safe War, in all its forms, has had a significant impact on society throughout history, with battles won and lost shaping the course of events for future generations. But while most wars have been fought on the physical battlefield, a new kind of fight has emerged and everyone is involved. Over the past few years, the Internet has become…
TJ Newsflash: 13 April
TJ’s weekly roundup of news, views, research and insights for those working in talent, skills, learning and development UK employees concerned about careers because of fertility problems A new survey, conducted by Fertility Family, has revealed that 1 in 5 UK employees are concerned about missing career opportunities due to their fertility struggles. This follows a new report from WHO which found 1 in 6 people worldwide are affected by infertility. This news is particularly relevant to the proposal of…
TJ Newsflash: 6 April
Here is the pre-Easter newsflash from TJ. The editor Debbie Carter selects stories, research findings and insights for all those interested in talent, skills and people development New report from Accenture reveals the foundations of a new reality New research from Accenture finds that generative AI and other rapidly evolving technologies are ushering in a bold new future for business as physical and digital worlds become inextricably linked. They identify four factors that together will revolutionise how organisations will operate:…
Sponsored content: How Digital Credentials Support Business Growth for Training Providers
Digital badges are a proven way to measure training while raising awareness and engagement with learners. Read Credly by Pearson’s latest White Paper on digital credentials and how to improve skills in your organization now. Most organizations put business growth as their top priority, but eight out of ten CEOs say severe skill shortages threaten their companies’ progress. Moreover, recruiters report that it is becoming increasingly challenging to fill in-demand job roles, and global online recruitment company Monster states that 91% of employers are…
Hey! Write an email in the style of …
Have you tried ChatGPT yet? You’ve probably heard about it. (Possibly way too much already.) It’s the new AI tool which is meant to react in a conversational way. Microsoft has recently announced that they’re integrating it with Word and Outlook. And you can ask it to write anything you like. So over the past couple of weeks I’ve tasked it with a whole range of different email writing challenges, from the short ‘Write an email asking a client for a meeting’…
#TJtalks: Trish Uhl on AI, blockchain and convergence of technologies
Tech maven Trish Uhl about how several modern buzzword-heavy technologies can be combined and applied in business. The AI landscape has changed significantly since this interview was conducted in 2019, but it’s worth a watch just for how different things are in just a matter of months. Trish Uhl is a speaker, facilitator, coach and advisory in AI, exponential tech and analytics in learning and talent development at her company Owl’s Ledge
The digital journey: Business transformation and behavioural change
With a long weekend ahead of me I left the office to catch the next London bound train en-route to the Home Counties.
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