Wellbeing

5 Minutes

Change Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Culture Features For experienced L&D professionals For freelancers, consultants & small businesses For senior L&D Psychology Science, technology and research Wellbeing

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 […]...

4 Minutes

Coaching & mentoring Emotional intelligence Features For experienced L&D professionals For freelancers, consultants & small businesses For HR For L&D managers For new to L&D For people managers For senior L&D Mental health Neuroscience Psychology Reflective practice Wellbeing

A week in the life of: A trainee psychotherapist

Anita Guru 13 December 2024

Balancing work, studies and a placement isn’t easy, but Anita Guru is relishing the challenge Rewind to 2020 at the start of the pandemic: I could foresee significant challenges for mental health. […]...

6 Minutes

Business and industry Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Features For experienced L&D professionals For HR For L&D managers For new to L&D For people managers For senior L&D Leadership Management Psychology Reflective practice Wellbeing

The power of imperfection: Transforming challenges into opportunities for growth

Steve Macaulay 12 December 2024

Steve Macaulay and Sarah Cook explore resilience through Kintsugi – and finding gold after a setback In everyday work situations, it is unrealistic to expect that everything goes to plan. […]...

3 Minutes

Culture Diversity, inclusion and equity For experienced L&D professionals For L&D managers For new to L&D For senior L&D Health and social care Opinion Wellbeing

A positive approach to menopause in the workplace

Jacqui Purdy 11 December 2024

How L&D can create work environments that empower women to thrive during menopause and beyond In today’s evolving workplace, it is crucial for L&D professionals to acknowledge the impact of […]...

5 Minutes

Blogs Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Delivering learning & training For experienced L&D professionals For freelancers, consultants & small businesses For HR For L&D managers For new to L&D For people managers For senior L&D Future of work Reflective practice Skills Wellbeing

Why capabilities are the link between learning and performance

Ben Satchwell 3 December 2024

Got goals but no learning? Learning but no application? Ben Satchwell brings it all together An integrated approach to business is nothing new and it could be argued that the […]...

4 Minutes

Communication Culture For experienced L&D professionals For freelancers, consultants & small businesses For L&D managers For people managers For senior L&D Leadership Opinion Wellbeing

Fostering a culture of motivation in the workplace to help employees and organisations thrive

Grace French 2 December 2024

Thriving organisations start with inspired people. Empower employees by listening, learning and creating meaningful culture – Grace French explains People development professionals and business leaders alike face an extraordinarily challenging landscape, […]...

9 Minutes

Business and industry Change Culture Delivering learning & training Diversity, inclusion and equity Education and skills Features For HR For L&D managers For people managers For senior L&D Health and social care Skills Wellbeing

First aid training: Combatting men’s fear to ask important questions and act in emergency situations

Ricci Masero 29 November 2024

Inclusive first aid training can break down barriers and build confidence, as Ricci Masero explains First aid training is important for keeping everyone safe at work, but something interesting came […]...

4 Minutes

Business and industry Emotional intelligence Features For experienced L&D professionals For freelancers, consultants & small businesses For HR For L&D managers For new to L&D For people managers For senior L&D Managing teams Mental health Reflective practice Understanding Business Wellbeing

A week in the life of: A founder of a small business

Phil Willcox 26 November 2024

Phil Willcox from Emotion at Work reflects on the three choices he makes each week to balance his business needs, personal boundaries and emotions It sometimes feels like you’re constantly […]...

4 Minutes

Business and industry Culture Emotional intelligence For experienced L&D professionals For freelancers, consultants & small businesses For HR For L&D managers For new to L&D For people managers For senior L&D Mental health Opinion Society and welfare Wellbeing

Why suicide prevention training is needed now more than ever

Ellie MacDonald 22 November 2024

Equip teams with the skills to spot warning signs and save lives, urges Ellie MacDonald ONS figures released recently show that suicide rates are the highest they’ve been since 1999. […]...

4 Minutes

Business and industry Communication Culture Diversity, inclusion and equity For experienced L&D professionals For freelancers, consultants & small businesses For HR For L&D managers For new to L&D For people managers For senior L&D Managing teams Mental health Neuroscience Opinion Talent Teams Wellbeing

ADHD in the workplace: Challenges, misconceptions and the path to inclusion

Nicole Nadler 20 November 2024

With a few practical adjustments, organisations can create workplaces where employees with ADHD truly thrive – Nicole Nadler explains If you’re an employer or manage a team, odds are someone in […]...