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Tony discusses if learning suppliers should tell you what you want to hear, or what you need to know?

Fresh from the Learning Technologies Exhibition where AI was (not surprisingly) a big theme of the show, he’s questioning the promises some vendors made about it’s capabilities for designing and writing training content.

Jo explores why feedback, something we all need to grow, can feel so tricky to give and receive.

She shares personal experiences, the role of psychological safety and the steps we’re taking at PeopleUnboxed to build a stronger feedback culture.

In this first instalment of Book Club with Rich, he explores Multipliers: How the Best Leaders Make Everyone Smarter by Liz Wiseman. A book that challenges how leadership impacts team potential.

Rich summarises the difference between Multipliers and Diminishers, who (often unintentionally) limit their people’s contributions. Plus shares his biggest takeaways from the book.

January often brings a wave of resolutions and ambitious goal-setting, but after the festive chaos, simply returning to routine can feel like an achievement.

Rachel explores why it’s okay to take your time, reflect, and set meaningful goals when you’re ready. Embrace balance, flexibility, and small wins to kick-start your year.

Read Tony’s full blog to explore what’s he thinks will shape L&D next year

Including: Face-to-face training as people crave connection, team effectiveness over individual development, bite-sized learning remains vital, respectful workplaces and psychological safety, plus AI will continue to rise. 

Need to upskill a few team members but don’t have enough people to justify an in-house solution? New to management yourself and want to build your skills and grow your confidence? We can help.

Rich shares how PeopleUnboxed’s Wellbeing Days are supporting and strengthening our larger positive culture strategy.

With real-life examples and practical tips, it’s a must-read for anyone looking to prioritise wellbeing and workplace culture.

Equipping your organisation with Mental Health First Aiders (MHFA) can be the first phase to being proactive toward your teams’ happiness at work, and a vital step in creating an open and positive mental health culture within your workforce. With our MHFA courses, we’re ready to make a difference.

Our team recently completed Whole Brain® Thinking assessments, a group profile debrief, and a ‘ThinkAbout Teams’ session. This hands-on experience helped us understand our thinking preferences and enhanced our collaboration.

Read the full blog to see how we’re using this insight to strengthen team dynamics and drive actionable outcomes!