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The importance of psychological safety at work

Psychological safety is talked about with ever growing frequency, especially in the aftermath of the pandemic. It is thought to be a key factor in creating a productive and successful workplace, as it allows people to feel comfortable and secure in their roles, and encourages collaboration and innovation in an Read more…

By Imogen Emms, 2 yearsJune 27, 2023 ago

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How to make new habits stick

Did you make any New Year’s Resolutions this year? If so, how is that working out for you? If the answer is less than positive, it might help to know that you are not the only one and this is backed up by many studies. However, most resolution failures don’t Read more…

By Imogen Emms, 3 yearsMarch 2, 2023 ago

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Social learning is a valid way to consolidate skills, knowledge and experience

We are noticing an increasing number of our clients thinking about the deep learning that can arise from real-life, real-time interactions from learners when they get together. We have started to take this further, by creating opportunities to deliver in-person and online learning experiences that include social learning. This is Read more…

By Imogen Emms, 3 yearsDecember 12, 2022 ago

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Investing in training in a recession

It’s natural to think of staff training and development as the first thing to cut when budgets inevitably tighten in response to the recession. However, the research from the last recession shows that developing people is vital in tough economic times. After all, it is competent, capable and skilled managers Read more…

By Imogen Emms, 3 yearsNovember 29, 2022 ago

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What are you taking out of lockdown?

Over a year ago, we were asked to make some big transitions in our working and social lives, moving from the world of physical interaction we took for granted to one in which we had to stay inside and conduct business almost exclusively online. Much has been written and shared Read more…

By Imogen Emms, 4 yearsJuly 16, 2021 ago

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Getting back to work and avoiding burnout

According to a recent poll fewer UK adults feel they are coping well with the stress of the pandemic: in April 2020, 73% said they were coping well, and in February 2021, this figure had dropped to 64%. We are beginning to anticipate a gradual return to a ‘new normal’ as the Read more…

By Imogen Emms, 5 yearsMay 20, 2021 ago