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Think fast.
Lately, Tony has noticed a recurring theme in conversations with leaders: everyone wants more strategic thinking. Way more than usual. And yet, the irony is that, in many organisations, the very foundation for strategic thought seems to be quietly slipping away.
So in this blog he explores three ways we can start rebuilding strategic thinking.

What Gen Z is teaching us about work.
In today’s fast-paced workplace, one size no longer fits all.
With up to five generations working side by side, each bringing unique values, communication styles and expectations, understanding generational differences has never been more critical. We need to nurture the older generations whilst welcoming the new.
Generational diversity isn’t a challenge to be managed, it’s an opportunity to be embraced.

What I’ve learned about learning.
After 8 years in secondary education, my experience was shaped by routines, structured curriculum and examinations. Fast forward to now, in the corporate world of learning and development, things feel different!
At the heart of it teachers and L&D facilitators all have the same desire, to help people grow and succeed, but the “how” can be worlds apart.

What flexible working really means.
Life doesn’t always fit neatly into 9 to 5. Especially when you’re juggling multiple roles, studying for a new qualification and preparing for the arrival of a lively puppy
People often assume flexible working just means working from home. But for me, it’s about far more than that. At PeopleUnboxed, it’s about being trusted to work in a way that suits me, my energy and the realities of my day-to-day life.

Diary of my work experience.
We’ve had the pleasure of welcoming a work experience student to the PeopleUnboxed team, and what a fantastic addition they were
One of their final projects was to write a blog reflecting on their time with us – and we think it perfectly captures the energy and insight they brought to the team. Read the diary in Kloe’s own words…

Manager Essentials.
Open programme.
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.

Permission to grow.
Arlene discusses how a coaching qualification has helped her grow, both professionally and personally
Exploring what she’s learnt, how she was supported by PeopleUnboxed through her journey and her love for coaching.

Tell them what they want to hear?
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.

Feedback focus
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.