Please Note: This is a summary of an article originally posted in the Harvard Business Review (HBR) on April 24, 2026. Click here for the original article and links. The Australian L&D Network has no affiliation with HBR. Upskilling Employees Frees Their Managers for More-Strategic Work Organisations routinely ask whether employee training “pays off” by…
Please Note: This article was originally posted in the UK based LearningNews.com. The Australian L&D Network has no affiliation with Learning News or MHR. Click here for the original article. Why Time Is Still the Biggest Barrier to Effective Workplace Learning 24 Apr 2026 Learning News Learning and development (L&D) is firmly on the agenda…
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Gamification: Use gamification techniques to increase learner engagement and motivation. Incorporate elements such as points, badges, leaderboards, and rewards into the training process. Gamification makes learning fun and competitive, encouraging participation and completion of training programs. If you have any Learning & Development quick tips you’d like to share, please send them to AustralianLDN@yahoo.com.au. Our…
Here’s this week’s L&D quote, this one from Leo Buscaglia. We hope it resonates with our learning and development readers and, perhaps, offer some capability development inspiration and motivation to share with the workforce! Who is Leo Buscaglia? Leo Buscaglia was an American author, motivational speaker and professor who was known by the nickname “Dr.…
Follow-Up Sessions: Schedule regular follow-up sessions to reinforce learning and ensure retention. These sessions can include review quizzes, discussion groups, or practical applications of the learned material. Regular reinforcement helps solidify knowledge and skills, making them more likely to be retained over the long term. If you have any Learning & Development quick tips you’d…
In today’s rapidly evolving business environment, the concept of social learning has emerged as a crucial element in workplace development and success. Social learning, the process of acquiring knowledge and skills through social interactions, collaboration, and observation, has profound implications for how organisations approach training and employee engagement. The Rise of Social Learning Traditionally, workplace…
Here’s this week’s L&D quote, this one from Brian Herbert. We hope it resonates with our learning and development readers and, perhaps, offer some capability development inspiration and motivation to share with the workforce! Who is Brian Herbert? Brian Herbert (1977 – Now) is an American author, best known for contributing to the “Dune” series,…
Microlearning: Implement microlearning by breaking down content into small, manageable chunks. This approach is particularly effective for delivering information in a way that’s easy to digest and retain. Microlearning modules can be accessed on-demand, fitting seamlessly into busy schedules and promoting continuous, bite-sized learning. If you have any Learning & Development quick tips you’d like…
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