How to Find Innovative Training That Gets Results

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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 Many businesses fall into the trap of investing in outdated learning and development training that’s …

The Power of a Corporate Residential for Professional Development

DCo BloggerApprentice Development, Business, Communication, Employee Retention, Experiential Learning, Leadership, Management, Personal Development, Residential Programmes, Team Building, Team Resilience, Team Work

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, prioritising employee development has become a crucial strategy for success. One of the most effective ways to nurture tale, foster team cohesion, and enhance productivity is through corporate residential programmes. These immersive experiences combine professional development with team-building activities, all set in an environment designed to inspire and recharge participants.   What is a Corporate …

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Protect Your Team: How to Prevent Employee Burnout

DCo BloggerBusiness, Communication, Employee Retention, Management, Organisational Culture, Resilience, Team Resilience

In today’s fast-paced workplace, the lines between professional and personal time are becoming increasingly blurred. Employees who once felt energised and productive are now finding themselves overwhelmed, unable to switch off, and facing emotional and physical exhaustion. This phenomenon, known as employee burnout, is more than just a buzzword – it’s a critical issue affecting both individuals and businesses.   …

Positive Disruption: Innovate your Training Experience

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The Development Company (DCo) was founded in 1999. Back then there was a large gap in the L&D industry. In fact, that gap remains largely unfilled – where are all the bespoke, disruptive, and authentic learning and development experiences? Positive Disruption Positive disruption in the context of learning and development (L&D) refers to intentional, innovative changes that challenge the status quo of how …

How to Achieve Team Resilience

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Many organisations place importance on the ability of their employees to demonstrate resilience.  There is no doubt that resilience is a desirable competency in individuals, but in our experience having individuals who can also achieve team resilience, is perhaps of even greater importance. This is because team resilience is a factor that is present in all high-functioning teams, and it …

How To Achieve a Psychologically Safe Workplace

DCo BloggerBusiness, Employee Engagement, Leadership, Management, Organisational Culture, Psychological Safety

Psychological safety is the cornerstone of every high-performing team. Coined by Harvard professor Amy Edmondson in the 1990s, having a psychologically safe workplace refers to an environment where individuals feel safe to express their ideas, ask questions, and admit mistakes without fear of humiliation or backlash. For managers and leaders, it serves as a lens to examine: Do your employees …

The New Resilience: Thriving Through Change In Work And Life

DCo BloggerAttitude, Business, Communication, Employee Engagement, Employee Retention, Leadership, Management, Organisational Culture, Personal Development, Resilience, Team Resilience, Team Work

Resilience. It is the buzzword of the modern workplace, the trait that every job description and leadership seminar promote as essential. But what does it really mean to be resilient? And is it truly the magic ingredient for success in both our personal and professional lives? Let’s explore what resilience demands, how it benefits us, and why it might not …

Investing in Employees is the Smartest Decision You’ll Make

DCo BloggerBusiness, Experiential Learning, Organisational Culture

Henry Ford famously said, “The only thing worse than training your employees and having them leave is not training them and having them stay.” His words remain relevant today, as investing in employees’ development is one of the most impactful strategies for business success. Whether you’re looking to attract top talent, improve productivity, or boost company culture, putting your employees …

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5 THINGS PEOPLE WITH EXCELLENT TIME MANAGEMENT DO

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Is there a worse way to start your day than running late, stumbling out of the front door with half a piece of toast in your mouth, getting tangled in your keys and paperwork for the day and running to your car, stressing over the time and cursing any slow drivers or roadworks that make you even later?   Does …

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VUCA – A NEW APPROACH TO LEADERSHIP

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The role of today’s leaders is made more complex by the current business environment. We live and work in a world that is changing at a pace that is hard to predict. Organisations and the leaders within them are having to adapt more quickly and be more agile than ever before. It is no longer enough to just be a …