How to become an effective delegator
Do you delegate tasks without due consideration, only to be disappointed by the results? If so, perhaps it’s time to stop and rethink the way you respond. I get to hear the frustrations of many leaders in my line of work, and there’s a common theme in what they complain about: Why do I get so many […]
Why a learner-centred approach to training never dates
Learning by doing is one of the tenets of the 70:20:10 methodology, and it continues to be one of the most powerful tools when it comes to training new starters. I am often amazed at how Learning & Development practices and experiences haven’t changed much, despite dramatic changes in the workplace. Technology, learner demands and differences […]
Development strategy: how to implement creative change
Why introducing new skills and behaviours to key individuals is the first step to creative cultural transformation. Making creative thinking commercial has long been a challenge for team management and wider training activities. The first step to overcome this challenge is focusing on cultural change. However, with an already difficult objective in place and teamed […]
Post-Brexit: businesses must focus on L&D
The post-Brexit economy will undoubtedly change the way businesses operate in the UK. Whichever side of the debate you’re on, one thing that should unite different industries is the importance of investing in training, to ensure a sustainable workforce. Recent weeks have seen Brexit barely leave the headlines. It’s at the forefront of everyone’s minds, with businesses, in particular, […]
The importance of cultivating soft skills
The rise of artificial intelligence and its widespread applications have made soft skills such as creativity and emotional intelligence more important than ever. But companies need to personalise training to empower this 21st century workforce. Author of Sapiens and 21 Lessons for the 21st Century Yuval Harari warns us that the kinds of skills we need as […]
How to create a powerful learning strategy
Are you feeling daunted by the prospect of having to write a strategy for 2019? Well, thanks to leading research into the future of learning there is plenty of fantastic data to support your work and hopefully inject a bit of inspiration. I love this time of year, and not just because of the festive season! […]
Systems coaching: how can it enhance your team’s performance?
Usually it’s only those teams that underperform – or who are wholly dysfunctional – that become a target for team development. But the truth is that any team, at every level, can improve. Working in teams is fraught with difficulty because humans are complex, emotional beings. We’re all influenced by the other people in our […]
Tips for Training Better Sales Managers
Cold-calling. If you’re any type of salesman, then you know what the word means. It is the solicitation of business from potential customers who have had no prior contact with the salesperson conducting the call. It means that you’re contacting strangers and asking them if they need a new car. Studies show that only 2% […]
Top 10 Highest Paying Jobs in the IT Market
In 2018, there have been many job options for everyone and they are high paying as well. Presence of a variety of job opportunities sometimes makes it difficult to choose the one that is most lucrative and high-in-demand. So, if you are one of those who is looking for the best job that can give […]
Why you should invest in training – even if staff decide to leave
Justifying investment in training may seem difficult if staff leave to work for a competitor, so it’s important to understand why developing a talented workforce will ultimately benefit your industry. It’s a common business problem: how can companies encourage and provide professional development programmes without the risk of making their key staff more attractive to rivals? This is a particularly prominent issue in the […]
Single Tasking – The Most Important Skill For 2019
Want to know the most important skill you will need to master in 2019? It’s got nothing to do with big data, virtual reality, AI, digital learning or any of the other “buzzword” related topics doing the rounds. Yes, master this and you will really get ahead. Want to know what this super power skill is? Well, […]
Essential presentation skills for introverts
There are lots of ways you can make public speaking less stressful but the key to success is ensuring you’re fully prepared before, during and after your presentation. Those of us who try to go through life unnoticed will often panic at the thought of having to give a presentation. It doesn’t matter if it’s to […]
E-learning/Online learning for MS Office 2016
Hi, I’m looking for an online learning supplier for our employees to use to fill any skills gaps they may have in using MS Office 2016 including Teams. Has anyone got an experience of using any particular supplier succesfully? Would ideally include some level of testing so that our people can identify where the gaps […]
Becoming an L&D data detective: how to collect facts before you start training
In a three-part series, L&D data detective Kevin M. Yates explores how to collect facts, evidence and data for learning’s impact on employee performance and organisational goals. Part one looks at how you can discover facts about what your organisation needs to win. Learning and development professionals are increasingly being held accountable for impact. Senior […]
Skills training: how to support and develop today’s graduates
As a new generation of graduates enters the workforce, training providers will need to adapt their methods according to the skills and preferences of these new young recruits and their employers. From healthcare and construction to sales and education, across the full spectrum of industries looking to hire graduates, there is a core set of […]
What do the changes to the Apprenticeship Levy really mean?
Recent changes to the Apprenticeship Levy signal a commitment from the Government to continue investing in on-the-job training, but what exactly has changed and how will it affect businesses? Learning while you are earning is a popular career path for many young people, and there are currently over 900,000 people on an apprenticeship in the […]
Why the upskilling of prisoners and ex-offenders is vital for beating the skills crisis
With Brexit likely to create a shortage of skilled workers in the UK, rehabilitating and upskilling ex-offenders could help save British businesses. The UK is in the midst of a skills crisis, and it may be about to get worse. As we head towards the exit door of the European Union, the decisions that are […]
How to Be a Successful Coach or Trainer
If you want to discover how to become a life coach or trainer who succeeds – who actually makes it – you’re going to have to be willing to do things differently than most. Knowing how to be a trainer or coach who shines in a sea of dull, average professionals is the trick. Winners […]
Tips for training your staff on how to use POS
It’s an undisputed fact that many businesses are evolving with the digital era and they are making use of modernized tech solutions to process payments. Most businesses have abolished the use of the traditional cash register system for the use of tablets, smartphones, Ipads, and cloud-based POS. Although almost all your employees may understand how […]
L&D’s changing role: now is the time to be brave, bold and fearless
Didn’t get the chance to attend World of Learning 2018? Here’s what I took away from the event on L&D’s changing role. My first time at World of Learning was an energising and thought-provoking experience. Robin Hoyle was a fantastic chair (with a fantastic suit!), and the programme offered something for everyone. Topics ranged from […]
