Why compliance training is failing manufacturing operations – and how to fix it
Established, process-driven organisations pride themselves on rigour, building their reputations on safety, precision, and regulatory compliance. On paper, that should make compliance training straightforward. Yet in many cases, compliance programmes are quietly underperforming when it comes to staff training. Completion rates are chased. Backlogs build. HR teams spend hours issuing reminders. Training becomes an administrative […]
AI becomes the new learning priority for UK tech professionals
UK employers may need to rethink how they approach technical skills development as new research suggests software professionals are rapidly shifting their learning focus from traditional programming topics towards artificial intelligence. Analysis by learning platform O’Reilly found that usage of Generative AI content among UK learners increased by 89% between the first quarter of 2025 […]
The Coaching Blind Spot
Most organizations tell managers to coach but don’t give them the necessary information. That’s the real barrier. Effective coaching requires knowing exactly which skills a direct report currently has and which competencies their next role demands. Without that data, 1:1s default to vague encouragement or pulse checks, not structured development. Research backs this up: only […]
The hidden cost of firefighting managers and how to stop the cycle
By Colin Hughes, Founder of CHughes Coaching I’ve lost count of how many managers I’ve spoken to who describe their week as “90% firefighting.” They’re constantly reacting – to blockers, people issues, shifting priorities – yet rarely have time to lead. On the surface, the team delivers. But beneath it? Stress, disengagement, and quiet resignation. I […]
Impact Coaching: Developing emotional intelligence through interactions with horses
Are you looking for a way to develop the soft skills of your SLT, Team Leaders or those in your Talent Development pipeline? Could your organisation benefit from having leaders who are aware of the impact they have on others, and who are more empathetic towards team members, better communicators and able to build trust […]
Westfield Health’s Webinars, Workshops & Training for Employee Wellbeing
In today’s dynamic work environment, prioritising employee wellbeing is essential for fostering a productive and engaged workforce. Westfield Health offers a comprehensive suite of webinars, workshops, and training designed to support organisations in enhancing their employees’ health and wellbeing. Wellbeing webinars and workshops Westfield Health’s live and on-demand webinars provide flexible learning opportunities that allow […]
Get coached by a Netflix leader with Oliva
Most managers struggle with tough conversations—giving feedback, handling conflict, setting expectations. But without the right training, these moments can derail performance. Oliva’s exclusive group coaching programme—led by Kenny Temowo, former Leadership & Talent Development Lead at Netflix EMEA—gives individual managers (with 3+ direct reports) the tools to handle high-stakes conversations with confidence. 🔹 Learn proven techniques from a […]
INDUSTRY SPOTLIGHT: Impact Coaching – Developing Emotional Intelligence in leaders & teams
Are you looking for a way to develop the soft skills of your Senior Leadership Team, New Leaders or Middle Managers? Could your organisation benefit from having leaders who are aware of the impact they have on others, and who are more empathetic towards team members, better communicators and able to build trust based relationships? […]
Research points to better staff performance if managers receive mental health training
Mental health training for line managers is strongly linked to better business performance, and it could save companies millions of pounds in lost sick days every year, according to new research led by experts at the University of Nottingham. The results of the study, which are published in PLOS ONE, showed a strong association between mental health […]
Getting back to the root of continuing professional development
Richard Burton, Platform Manager of the Professional Development Programme, Royal Society of Chemistry, discusses how technology can help professional associations approach continuing professional development (CPD) through a lifelong lens… An important foundation stone underpinning the best professional associations is their approach to supporting their members’ professional development, aiding them to grow, adapt, and excel throughout their […]