Remember when learning was about getting stuck in – building forts, acting out grand adventures, or negotiating with your friends over who got to be the hero? As children, we learned by doing, by living out experiences, and fully engaging with our surroundings. That’s exactly what immersive learning is – an interactive, hands-on approach that puts people in real-life situations …
Creative Workplaces Win: How to Lead with Innovation
Imagine a workplace where ideas flow as freely as coffee on a Monday morning, where employees feel empowered to think outside the box, and where innovation is not just encouraged but celebrated. This is the hallmark of creative workplaces – a dynamic environment that fosters ingenuity and drives success. The Essence and Benefits of Workplace Creativity Creativity in the workplace …
Master the Art of the Interview: Unlock Your Career Potential
Interviews: we’ve all had them, and let’s be honest – many of us dread them. Whether you’re gunning for that long-overdue promotion, switching careers, securing a high-profile client, or even pitching your startup to investors, an interview can be the gateway to a new opportunity. They’re not just about answering questions – they’re about making an impact. First Impressions: The …
Mental Wellbeing in the Workplace: Create Healthier Workplaces 2025
As businesses strive for higher productivity, the importance of fostering a mentally healthy work environment cannot be overstated. Mental wellness is a process that we engage with proactively for better or worse. The main characteristics of mental well-being are: Mental well-being is all about how we interact with ourselves and others. It also includes what we do and don’t do …
Obstacles or Opportunities? The Theory of Challenge
The theory of challenge refers to the idea that individuals or systems grow, adapt, and improve when faced with challenges or obstacles. This theory is often seen in psychology, education, business, and even evolutionary biology. Everyone is defensive to some degree when challenged. Exposure to different types of obstacles shapes new ways of thinking, preventing you from falling into a stale creativity …
Executive Coaching: Thriving in a VUCA World
In a rapidly evolving business landscape, executive coaching is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity. The challenges of hybrid work, market disruptions, and the demand for purpose-driven leadership require executives to refine their skills continuously. A personalised coaching journey offers a structured timeframe, fosters accountability, and adapts to the unique needs of each leader. What is Executive Coaching? Executive coaching …
The 7 Deadly Sins of Training Delivery (and How to Fix Them)
Everyone’s had a dull training experience, and the sceptics out there probably believe there’s a limit to its effectiveness in truly engaging individuals or teams. Of course, we know that to be total fiction. Great corporate training can be an exciting new experience that restructures the way every level of an organisation operates with other people, whether they’re customers, stakeholders, …
Workplace Conflict? Here’s How to Deal with Difficult People
In the intricate labyrinth of the workplace, encountering difficult individuals is almost inevitable. These are the colleagues or clients who, intentionally or not, add an extra layer of challenge to your professional life. But who exactly are these “difficult people”, what fuels their challenging behaviour and why are they causing conflict in your workplace? Defining the ‘Difficult’ A “difficult person” …
Business Storytelling 101: How to Stand Out in a Crowded Market
In today’s ever-evolving business world, business storytelling has emerged as a pivotal tool for companies aiming to connect deeply with their audiences. But what does storytelling in business entail, and why has it become so indispensable? Understanding Storytelling in Business At its core, business storytelling involves crafting narratives that convey a company’s values, mission, and vision in a relatable manner. …
How to Find Innovative Training That Gets Results
Let’s be honest – most company training sessions feel like they’re straight out of the 90s. You gather your team in a room, endure hours of predictable slides, and leave with nothing more than a lukewarm coffee buzz. Sound familiar? If so, you’re not alone. Many businesses fall into the trap of investing in outdated learning and development training that’s …