Strategy: It’s that time again
It’s the time of year when a learning team’s thoughts turn to strategy. Robin Hoyle explores…
‘The Magic of Conflict’ – when conflict is useful
Whilst negative, damaging conflict should be avoided, when acting as a catalyst for change, conflict is often necessary and positive as an opportunity to create new outcomes that add value.
The elephant in the L&D room: Meeting individual learning needs and expectations
Whether we run a restaurant or deliver learning events, the needs and expectations of our clients should be our top consideration. So why are we still failing to do this in learning and development? L&D expert Andrew Gibbons explores the elephant in the learning room.
Navigating leadership transitions: Empowering leaders for success
As Starbucks and Chipotle navigate CEO transitions, Nick Petschek of Kotter shares how organisations can empower their leaders during leadership changes.
How to drive real change in the skills crisis
Public Policy Director Tania Bowers explores how L&D professionals can really make a difference during a skills crisis.
Bridging the skills gap with personalised learning for diverse talent
To address the global skills gap and enhance competitiveness, businesses should adopt a skills-first approach to talent management. Implementing tailored workplace learning programs that recognise diverse learner profiles and motivations will promote engagement, retention, and career development.
How good are your listening skills?
Listening to your team can transform communication, build trust and improve leadership effectiveness. But only if you’re doing it well. Dani Bacon and Garin Rouch of Distinction Business Consulting share common barriers to good listening and how to remove them.
Skills-based organisations: The role of learning and development
Skills-based learning is gaining ground, but what exactly is it? And how can learning and development support the transition towards this future-ready approach?
How to prepare young people for tomorrow’s technology skills
How can we provide young people with the skills they need to thrive in the working world today? We’ve gathered insights on shaping the future workforce from a diverse mix of tech, security and recruitment experts.
Gareth Southgate as a leader: What went wrong?
What is it about Gareth Southgate’s leadership skills that captured our attention? And where did it all go wrong? L&D expert Nigel Paine investigates…
Skills England: A Beacon of hope or a missed opportunity?
Could Skills England address the skills gap, where the apprenticeship levy and other government initiatives have fallen short? TrainingZone columnist Erica Farmer is not new to this game and will not be fooled.
Unlocking and nurturing your workplace genius
We rely on geniuses for their innovative ideas, to solve complex problems and to inspire and invigorate with fresh perspectives and knowledge. So how can we unlock and support the potential of our geniuses in the workplace?
Navigating generational perceptions of GenAI
Deloitte research highlights both worry and excitement among Gen Z with regards to Generative AI. Erica Farmer explores how accounting for different generational experiences of GenAI is a strategic imperative for employers and L&D.
Is it weak to focus on strengths? Is it strong to examine weakness?
While coaching practices vary, there is a trend towards developing strengths. But it’s important to balance strengths and weaknesses. Here are some practical considerations to empower individuals to reach their full potential.
A learning industry that doesn’t know how to learn? How did we get here?
Who taught you how to learn? Did anyone? Let’s face it: we can’t know what we haven’t been taught. Maybe we need to wave the white flag of not knowing and, finally, begin to learn.
Is your LinkedIn profile doing you a disservice?
The L&D industry has a competitive jobs market and having the right knowledge and skills isn’t enough. You must also showcase them. How? With a fully optimised LinkedIn profile that packs a punch. The advice below will help you curate an impactful profile.
Why mission-critical thinking trumps passion
Should L&D teams help employees pursue their passions or focus on meeting business needs? Robin Hoyle suggests you curb your enthusiasm and get on with mission-critical plans.
Could AI coachbots replace human coaches?
We’ve already seen an explosion of AI-enabled services in every area of business, education and training that have the potential to radically change how we work. Coaching is one such area that is following suit… but how effective could a coachbot really be?
Help your employees resolve workplace conflict themselves
If clashes can be nipped in the bud by the very people involved, senior intervention or formal action might not be required. Here’s how organisations can empower their employees to resolve their own conflicts.
Five deep listening skills to help navigate workplace conflict
The importance of strong listening skills when dealing with conflict is often overlooked and misunderstood. Help your learners become better listeners with these five deep listening skills.
