Learning and Development

Networking – Easy as 1, 2, 3

networking

Networking is critical for everyone, especially PAs who need to collaborate with others all the time.  You might find the idea terrifying, but it’s essential for your career and something you probably already do without knowing!

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First Things First!

the famous time manager, big ben

‘I am definitely going to take a course on time management… just as soon as I can work it into my schedule’. – Anonymous

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The Qualifications and Credit Framework Explained

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It’s all well and good when an employer or training provider says they offer accredited qualifications – but what exactly does that mean?

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Experiential Learning

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Experiential learning is about more than just rope ladders and hastily-built rafts. When delivered well it can be an incredibly powerful learning tool. So how do you make sure it becomes more than just a jolly? 

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Top 4 Creative Thinking Models

Cogs inside a head, turning creatively (probably)

There are a hundreds of creative thinking models, but when you’re struggling for inspiration you just want the one that works. Here are four of the best models for firing up your imagination when you need it most.

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The Little Book of the Future – A guide to collaborative learning

Little Book of the Future

The Little Book of the Future is a free guide to collaborative learning, written in partnership with some of the learning industry’s major thinkers and doers.

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Making role play work

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Have you ever heard a trainer say the dreaded phrase, ” In a moment, we’re going to do a role play…”? Most of us have, and most people hate them.  So why bother?

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Zen and the art of PowerPoint

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A classic book of the 1970s, Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance told the story of a guy taking a cross-country motorcycle trip with his son. So what’s that got to do with PowerPoint?

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Q: How do I make a business case for investing in training?

It's vital to present a considered, costed business case for your training

Learning isn’t as visible as say, a new photocopier. To make a business case for investing in training, you need to identify a tangible end result and demonstrate how it will impact your bottom line. Here’s how.

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A Guide to Appreciative Inquiry

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The term Appreciative Inquiry (or AI) seems to keep cropping up in meetings and in magazines. What is it, and is it a useful tool to help managers motivate their teams?

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