How To Build a Modern Learning and Development Team

How To Build a Modern Learning and Development Team

Many corporate L&D teams are slow to evolve their philosophies.…

Jan 29, 2020 18 min read
The 7 Skills L&D Teams Need For Today’s World

The 7 Skills L&D Teams Need For Today’s World

Updated: Aug 2024 Practising what we preach in the L&D…

Feb 20, 2019 1 min read
The 4 best (and free) AI courses for L&D teams

The 4 best (and free) AI courses for L&D teams

Whenever someone asks me, “How do I learn AI?” I have to…

Mar 25, 2026 12 min read
These 3 Frameworks Make Me a Better L&D Pro (and Human)

These 3 Frameworks Make Me a Better L&D Pro (and Human)

God damn AI, am I right? It’s everything, everywhere, all…

Mar 14, 2026 5 min read
When did we lose the love of doing the work?

When did we lose the love of doing the work?

I have a confession…I like to work. Yet, I find…

Feb 23, 2026 3 min read
3 Ways L&D Actually Adds Value In AI Adoption

3 Ways L&D Actually Adds Value In AI Adoption

L&D teams trying to and/or being responsible for total company…

Jan 28, 2026 5 min read

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Why L&D Teams Can’t Afford To Get It Wrong With Generative AI

Why L&D Teams Can’t Afford To Get It Wrong With Generative AI

I stumbled upon research this week (probably while doom-scrolling) that…

Sep 8, 2023 1 min read
Here’s a better way to build any skill

Here’s a better way to build any skill

Make no mistake. Skills are a tool for a better…

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