Positive intent

It is rare that people purposely act negatively. We perceive their negativity from ‘our’ context; our job is to understand their context. They will have a positive intent but we don’t necessarily see it. Understanding why they think something is positive is the first step to building empathy. However wrong we feel someone’s views, actions,… Read More Positive intent

Podcast Learning: why it deserves its own festival

There are already brilliant conferences in learning and I am delighted to be involved in them! The Podcast Learning Festival isn’t here to replace them. It’s here to add something different — a space focused on how audio changes the way people learn, share, and connect. Podcasts aren’t just content – they’re conversations you carry… Read More Podcast Learning: why it deserves its own festival

Redefining learning

An attempt today to find some humour in what we do. I’ve been jotting these down for years. If you recognise them, you’ve probably said them (or know someone who has). If one’s yours, claim it. All in fun. Also, please don’t take offence – these are just an attempt at levity! Asynchronous LearningA PowerPoint… Read More Redefining learning

AI is fixing the wrong problem in L&D

Just as I took a break I saw a great post from Martin Couzins. As he says:  …vendors have built, or are building, AI tools focused on content predominantly. The other areas of the learning process – arguably the ones that could be most transformed by AI, just aren’t a priority. It needs to change… Read More AI is fixing the wrong problem in L&D

Lock it down

A blurred image of a door with a keyhole, featuring the words “LOCK IT DOWN” prominently displayed in large, bold white text.… Read More Lock it down