Training Journal

Training Journal Training Journal is the UK’s only dedicated publication for the training and L&D industry.

Training Journal has the largest learning & development community and resource online. Training Journal exists to promote learning & development, support the needs of the L&D community and to raise L&D's profile at board level and in the political environment

TJ interviews: Des Anderson, on reinventing the LMS, starting up, scaling and staying human Launching a people-first LMS...
01/08/2025

TJ interviews: Des Anderson, on reinventing the LMS, starting up, scaling and staying human

Launching a people-first LMS from a kitchen table in 2012 was just the beginning. In this interview, LearnUpon Co-Founder and CTO Des Anderson reflects on: building for scale and support, leading with flexibility, and how AI can support learning without losing the human element or the need for critical thinking.

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Legacy learning is killing your AI potential AI is shaking things up, and Learning and Development can’t afford to fall ...
31/07/2025

Legacy learning is killing your AI potential

AI is shaking things up, and Learning and Development can’t afford to fall behind. Cassie Gasson shares why it’s time to drop the old playbook, grab smarter tools and take the lead. If you want to stay relevant, it’s all about rethinking how you train, upskill and inspire your workforce

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TJ Newsflash 30 July – Workplace wellbeing gaps, travel woes, overtime implications, and ADHD lawsuit The latest L&D new...
30/07/2025

TJ Newsflash 30 July – Workplace wellbeing gaps, travel woes, overtime implications, and ADHD lawsuit

The latest L&D news, reports, research and updates, personally compiled by TJ’s Editor, Jo Cook. This week: Gen Z's side hustle surge, DWP's call for fail-friendly innovation, cost-saving health data, remote work's civil service boost, and a massive Clorox-Cognizant cyber lawsuit—revealing modern work’s shifting cyber risks and negative impact. 1

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The future of work is pressure-smart, not pressure-free Pressure at work is not the enemy, but burnout is. Kimberley Row...
30/07/2025

The future of work is pressure-smart, not pressure-free

Pressure at work is not the enemy, but burnout is. Kimberley Rowbottom explores why businesses need to rethink outdated stress strategies and build smarter pressure management through learning. It’s time to equip people with the tools to thrive, not just survive, in today’s high-pressure world of hybrid work and uncertainty

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Why the frontline workforce needs better training – and why they’re not getting it Frontline workers are eager to learn...
29/07/2025

Why the frontline workforce needs better training – and why they’re not getting it

Frontline workers are eager to learn, but too often the training just isn’t there. Erika Sandoval explains why companies should invest in smarter, more flexible learning that fits easily into busy lives. From AI-driven tools to on-demand sessions, it’s time employers stepped up because without proper training, everyone loses out

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From knowledge hoarding to knowledge sharing: Social learning is the shift L&D can’t ignore Social learning is more tha...
28/07/2025

From knowledge hoarding to knowledge sharing: Social learning is the shift L&D can’t ignore

Social learning is more than a buzzword. It’s the missing piece for today’s Learning and Development teams. Nathan Kracklauer dives into why learning from, about and alongside others creates better outcomes. If you want real engagement and deeper impact, it’s time to put people back at the heart of learning

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Deskilled by design: How L&D plays a key role in driving effective adoption of AI in aviation A recent McKinsey report ...
25/07/2025

Deskilled by design: How L&D plays a key role in driving effective adoption of AI in aviation

A recent McKinsey report has cast a spotlight on the aviation industry’s future. As AI and automation accelerate across the sector, Charlie Kneen issues a stark warning: unless these technologies are intentionally embedded into learning and development and core business processes, the industry risks entering a dangerous era of deskilling

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The crucial link between appreciation and emotional intelligence Recognition isn’t just about boosting morale, it’s a po...
24/07/2025

The crucial link between appreciation and emotional intelligence

Recognition isn’t just about boosting morale, it’s a powerful driver of emotional intelligence. Stuart Cheesman dives into why showing appreciation helps employees feel connected, empathetic and more self-aware. Discover how this simple act can foster high-performing teams and improve workplace culture across the board. Yes, it really is that important!

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TJ Newsflash 23 July – What people really do during training, work flexibility, AI fears and online Minecraft unveils ho...
23/07/2025

TJ Newsflash 23 July – What people really do during training, work flexibility, AI fears and online Minecraft unveils how we learn socially

The latest L&D news, reports, research and updates, personally compiled by TJ’s Editor, Jo Cook. This week: A computer game reveal learning smarts, onboarding still stumbles, poor workplaces hit UK hard, workforce schemes bridge skills gaps, and Ghana gets set to host eLearning Africa’s biggest-ever digital education gathering in 2026.

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L&D teams are the key to the AI and human skills double whammy As AI reshapes organisations, L&D professionals face a du...
23/07/2025

L&D teams are the key to the AI and human skills double whammy

As AI reshapes organisations, L&D professionals face a dual challenge: meeting growing technical demands while supporting behavioural change. Lynsey Whitmarsh explores how learning teams can use their unique strengths, connections, creativity, behaviour change and insights, to drive strategic reskilling and ensure AI adoption enhances rather than isolates the modern workforce.

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When reviews backfire: How smart managers turn damage into growth Appraisals gone wrong can leave employees feeling anxi...
22/07/2025

When reviews backfire: How smart managers turn damage into growth

Appraisals gone wrong can leave employees feeling anxious, rejected and disengaged. Drawing on psychological insights, Srideep Sarkar and Anu Sharma explain how managers can navigate these moments with care. Learn how to rebuild trust, restore confidence and transform even the toughest performance conversations into catalysts for learning, resilience and growth.

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DEI needs a reboot and L&D is the key Too many DEI initiatives stop at awareness, but inclusion only sticks when it’s em...
21/07/2025

DEI needs a reboot and L&D is the key

Too many DEI initiatives stop at awareness, but inclusion only sticks when it’s embedded into team dynamics. Norman Grant argues for a shift from one-off workshops to systemic, coaching-led approaches that build everyday inclusive behaviours, turning intent into impact, enabling L&D leaders to lead real, lasting culture change across organisations.

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