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Why human connection matters in training videos

Jo Cook 17 January 2025

Do people really want AI avatars, or to understand why their compliance videos are important? Amy Cassciotti explains In this insightful interview, Amy Casciotti, Vice President of HR at TechSmith, […]...

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Behind the scenes of planning a new learning event: Show me the money

Kirsty Lewis 16 January 2025

How much does a new learning summit cost? Kirsty Lewis shares an eye watering amount This month I want to share the emotional rollercoaster that is creating a festival from […]...

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Behind the scenes of planning a new learning event: The workshops

Kirsty Lewis 15 January 2025

Kirsty Lewis focuses her new festival planning on the different themes and workshops we need For those of you who missed the previous blog, let me catch you up: Imagine […]...

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Behind the scenes of planning a new learning event: The journey begins

Kirsty Lewis 14 January 2025

An honest account of the roller coaster of creating a newconference, with Kirsty Lewis About five years ago I came up with an idea of an event whereby 100 facilitators, […]...

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Revolutionising corporate training with Virtual Reality: A bold new era for workforce learning

Partner Content 14 January 2025

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 […]...

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Shaping the future: How the UK’s AI action plan transforms learning and development

Jo Cook 13 January 2025

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 […]...

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Did your skipped workouts and holiday indulgence actually help your brain? Surprising science says… Yes!

Ricci Masero 10 January 2025

Neurogenesis, synapses, pathways… Ricci Masero explains the importance of having a break for your brain If you’re feeling a bit guilty about missing some gym sessions and indulging in chocolate […]...

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Will it work for us? How to assess and implement new organisational strategies

Jo Cook 9 January 2025

Do you select Agile? Six Sigma? How do encourage change? Steve Macaulay shares his insight From Six Sigma to Lean, Agile, and employee engagement1, many strategies promise to transform organisations […]...

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Six New Year resolutions for a successful people strategy in 2025

Jo Cook 6 January 2025

Get insights from six leading thinkers and innovators that ensure your teams thrive amid disruption Another year is on the horizon and yet again economic challenges, a rapidly evolving workforce […]...

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Learning from life: Being abandoned portside

Michelle Parry-Slater 24 December 2024

When you are left frustrated and abandoned, what can you learn about thinking and communication? Michelle Parry-Slater shares her story The Christmas Holidays are upon us, meaning Boxing Day sales and […]...