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The importance of theory in coaching: A lifelong journey, not just a skill

This question is understandable. Coaching is not just about acquiring a set of tools, it’s about developing a way of thinking, being, and relating to others. While practical application is essential, understanding the theoretical foundations of coaching is what sets truly transformational coaches apart.

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Abz Salloum

Thu 20 Feb

New Data-Powered Leader Apprenticeship Launched
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New Data-Powered Leader Apprenticeship Launched

As organisations generate more data than ever before, the challenge is no longer access to information. It is capability. Many teams rely on manual reporting, inconsistent validation, or limited analysis. The result? Missed insight and avoidable risk. Our new Data-Powered Leader apprenticeship has been designed to close that gap.

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Jay Dehaan

Fri 20 Feb

Is your apprenticeship investment paying off? Measuring the tangible and intangible returns
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Is your apprenticeship investment paying off? Measuring the tangible and intangible returns

Progress of apprenticeship content can easily be tracked but understanding the real impact the learning is having, may be more difficult to quantify. The true value of an apprenticeship can be seen through everyday decision making, the conversations being held and behaviours displayed. By observing how people perform, how they solve problems and take responsibility, you can start to see whether the learning is being converted into real life improvements, both for the individual and across the business.

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Jane Savage

Thu 19 Feb

Expert Viewpoint: Leading with Judgement - Building Responsible AI Governance That People Trust
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Expert Viewpoint: Leading with Judgement - Building Responsible AI Governance That People Trust

As an HR professional since 2004, Mimie has a wealth of expertise, seamlessly combining a personal touch with in-depth knowledge of HR and employment law.

Mimie Wallace

Tue 10 Feb

Rainy Days and Mondays Always Get Me Down
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Rainy Days and Mondays Always Get Me Down

The working week doesn't always begin on Monday morning. Increasing numbers of employees report intrusive thoughts about the upcoming week disrupting their weekend downtime, with anxiety peaking on Sunday evenings. This has become known as the 'Sunday Scaries', particularly affecting younger workers. The HSE identifies stress and anxiety as the leading cause of sick absence, with Mondays consistently recording the highest absence rates. The resulting lost productivity significantly costs UK businesses, with a recent estimate as much as £85 billion per year. Do these figures provide enough of a compelling case to take these wellbeing risks seriously and look to implement suitable workplace adjustments.

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Jane Savage

Thu 18 Dec

Expert Viewpoint: Keeping Learning Relevant in an AI-Powered Workplace
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Expert Viewpoint: Keeping Learning Relevant in an AI-Powered Workplace

As an L&D consultant and coach, Martina combines a background in tech and data science with a passion for the creative world to deliver full-circle growth, insight-driven learning and high-impact leadership programmes.

Martina Buoni

Tue 09 Dec

Expert Viewpoint: Inclusion in Action – How EDI Transforms People, Culture, and Performance
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Expert Viewpoint: Inclusion in Action – How EDI Transforms People, Culture, and Performance

Caroline Odogwu champions people and progress, leveraging marketing, communications, public affairs, and organisational development to empower individuals, communities, and organisations.

Caroline Odogwu

Fri 17 Oct

Beyond the C-Suite: Thriving as a Leader in the Polycrisis by Tackling the Imposter Phenomenon
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Beyond the C-Suite: Thriving as a Leader in the Polycrisis by Tackling the Imposter Phenomenon

The corner office is no longer a fortress of certainty. Today’s leaders face unprecedented external challenges and, for many, an insidious internal battle: the imposter phenomenon. We explore how recognising this is crucial for navigating the polycrisis and redefining the very nature of modern, effective leadership across both public, private and charitable sectors.

Dr Andrew Davies

Mon 15 Sep

Your Moment to Shine: Nailing the Professional Discussion
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Your Moment to Shine: Nailing the Professional Discussion

The Professional Discussion is a crucial part of many apprenticeships’ End Point Assessment (EPA). Delivered remotely, it might help to think about it as an interview — but with the right preparation and mindset, it’s a fantastic opportunity to demonstrate your learning, insight, and impact. Here is some practical guidance to help you succeed and feel confident on the day.

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Angie Evans

Thu 28 Aug

Unlock Your Potential: A Practical Guide to Revising for Success
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Unlock Your Potential: A Practical Guide to Revising for Success

Revision is more than rereading notes — it is about working with information until you understand it, remember it, and can use it confidently. Whether you are preparing for exams or an EPA, this guide will help you set goals, plan your time, stay focused, and find revision techniques that work for you.

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Angie Evans

Thu 28 Aug

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