There were a few conversations at #learningpoollive last week which concerned me. We still seem to be stuck in the provision mindset, talking about training rather than learning and not relating to the business. So, with the fullest apologies to the Bangles and anyone else associated with this tune… All the old trainers in the… Read More Talk like a businessman…
I wrote a while ago about measurement for measurement’s sake. It creates problems when we focus on measuring inputs and superficial outputs whilst we ignore the longer term outcomes. It came up again this week at Learning Pool Live. The Learning Pool event is split over 3 weeks and 3 venues; this week’s was in Sheffield… Read More Everything counts
A few weeks ago I wrote about my experience at Learning Live and suggested I’d be: looking for opportunities to create contacts and develop existing relationships As it turns out, I haven’t had to do much looking. In addition to the inaugural #learncamp last week people have sought me out and made the connections with… Read More Pleased to meet you
I had some great conversations at #learninglive the other week; I mentioned before that the opportunity to have some space for conversation was excellent. I took the opportunity to sound out some people about the idea of Moments of Truth in learning. I’ve been thinking about Moments of Truth (MoT) for a while now and… Read More Moments in learning
I wrote last time about my Learning Live experience and how the conversations between sessions were one of the most valuable parts of the time there. I was lucky enough to engage in dozens of short and sharp dialogues with many people who I respect greatly. One conversation particularly stood out for me; this was… Read More Room 101
Lost and Desperate 