Who was Judy Garland? Garland was an acclaimed performer whose personal resilience made her an enduring cultural figure. “Always be a first-rate version of yourself, instead of a second-rate version of somebody else.” — Judy Garland As managers, we spend a lot of our development budget trying to replicate what works. Send them on the…
The leadership playbook that worked for the last decade is quietly becoming redundant. Hybrid teams, AI-augmented workflows and near-constant organisational change mean the skills that once defined a “strong leader” — decisiveness, deep functional expertise, command-and-control coordination — are no longer sufficient on their own. Ongoing research from bodies like Deloitte and McKinsey on the…
Who was Mahatma Gandhi? Gandhi was the leader of India’s nonviolent movement for independence from British rule. “Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever.” — Mahatma Gandhi In Learning and Development we live inside this paradox every day. We design for urgency. Skills needed now, problems…
For a decade we taught leaders to optimise. The next five years will demand something different. Artificial intelligence can now draft strategy, manage workflows and analyse markets faster than any human. What it cannot do is build trust, make hard moral calls, or hold a team together through uncertainty. That is where leadership is moving.…
The Australian Learning & Development Network’s next free virtual Lunch and Learn session is on the topic of ‘Training Your Workforce in Fatigue Management’. Details and registration link below. The Australian L&D Network Free Virtual Lunch & Learn: Training Your Workforce in Fatigue Management Time: 1pm (AEST) Tuesday 31st March 2026 Location: Online (Teams) Cost: Free to attend Session Overview: We live in fast paced, high…
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Organisational leaders play a pivotal role in cultivating an environment where learning thrives. This article explores how effective leadership fosters a culture conducive to learning, benefiting both learners, Learning and Development, and the organisation alike. At its core, learning leadership involves setting a clear vision and direction for the organisation. A strong leader articulates this…
The following list is, at first glance, something of a ‘no-brainer’ for anyone who’s been in the learning and development space for more than five minutes. However, it’s all-too-easy to forget some of the basics…and the basics are, of course, the essential foundations on which success is built. Here’s a list of ten of the…
In the dynamic landscape of Australian business, staying ahead requires continuous learning and upskilling. As we move closer to 2025, the demand for cutting-edge training opportunities becomes even more pronounced. This article explores the top business training opportunities tailored for the Australian market in 2025, focusing on areas poised for growth and innovation. In conclusion,…
Written by: Karen Higginbottom, FORBES CONTRIBUTOR I’m a freelance journalist who writes about HR (human remains as I like to call it) and employment topics for Thomson Reuters GRC and supplements for The Times. I began my career as a reporter for HR trade journals in the U.K. before branching out in 2004 as a freelancer for…
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