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Everyone wins if we employ more trained former prisoners  

Sid Madge 28 February 2025
Hiring ex-offenders helps to fill skills gaps, strengthen businesses and create wider benefits for society – Sid Madge explains  Too many former prisoners reoffend after release – a problem the UK urgently […]...
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Managers: Are you fuelling conflict in your team?

Anna Shields 27 February 2025
Calling all fixers, ostriches and bureaucrats, it’s time to try the owl approach to management – Anna Shields explains  A recent CIPD study found that managers could inadvertently be fuelling […]...
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Your multi-dimensional workforce is a valuable asset: Three ways to make the most of difference 

Steve Macaulay 26 February 2025
Turn diversity into success with three instantly actionable insights from David Buchanan and Steve Macaulay  You know the saying: it takes all sorts? That’s the perfect description of today’s workforce. […]...
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Maximising ROI on training programmes in 2025: Strategies for a high-impact workforce

Rob Porter 25 February 2025
Personalise learning, engage stakeholders and embrace artificial intelligence to unlock real value, writes Rob Porter  As organisations increasingly invest in training and development to drive productivity and ensure business growth, measuring […]...
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) Coaching & mentoring Data Delivering learning & training For experienced L&D professionals For freelancers, consultants & small businesses For people managers For senior L&D Measurement Opinion Skills Strategy

Scaling skill adoption with AI and a human-centric approach 

James Swift 24 February 2025
Take a phased approach and keep people at the heart of strategy, advises James Swift Leyton, like many businesses, prioritises client retention as a crucial driver of sustainable growth. Recognising […]...
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Behind the scenes of planning a new learning event: Exploring ticket sales tactics

Kirsty Lewis 21 February 2025
Kirsty Lewis on the ups, downs and wild ideas behind getting people to SOFest 2025 How are you? If you are new to this blog it is all about my […]...
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The AI revolution and navigating the future of talent management 

Pete Humphreys 19 February 2025
By fostering human skills alongside artificial intelligence, organisations can better prepare their workforces for success – Pete Humphreys explains The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into the people profession has become crucial […]...
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Organizational Learning Communities – book review 

Peter Plumlee 18 February 2025
Practical, insightful and inspiring, this go-to guide is packed with fresh ideas and real-world strategies – Peter Plumlee reviews essential reading for L&D professionals, team leaders and anyone seeking smarter […]...
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