Who is responsible for health and safety in your workplace? The answer? Everyone. Yes, it really is that simple. From the front-liners, to the executive suite, to contract workers, everyone has a role to play. We all need to work together to make sure that after every shift, every worker is safe... more
As organizations grapple with arguably their most challenging year to date, safety and wellness have been center stage. Companies of all sizes have responded to restrictions aimed at slowing the spread of coronavirus, and never before has business played such a crucial role in keeping communities safe and well. Amid... more
Over the past few years, one of the key messages I’ve shared with my fellow training, L&D, and HR people has been to shift the mindset around employee training. In the past, training has been deemed “mandatory” only when talking about compliance training or other “essential” learning such as onboarding. My... more
International Women’s Day 2020 is this weekend, Sunday, March 8th! Now, two years after the #MeToo movement and the ripple effect of “that tweet,” we look at the cultural shifts emerging in workplaces across the globe. Why should a culture of complicity grow until something terrible enough happens to stop... more
The packaging industry has faced increasing scrutiny in recent years as it has had to adjust to ever-changing compliance regulations, integrate new technologies, and adapt to pressure from consumers to deliver environmentally friendly products. Growing numbers of people are committed to not buying packaging that can’t be recycled and manufacturers... more
Oh, Thanksgiving dinner. There’s something for everyone — turkey, mashed potatoes, veggies and – of course — pumpkin pie. It doesn’t matter if your guests are vegan, gluten-free, or have allergies. No matter their dietary needs, a good Thanksgiving dinner should offer something that meets their needs. It’s a lot like your company’s... more
The Automotive industry has undergone substantial changes in the past several years with the introduction of advanced robotics and other manufacturing technologies. Add to that ever-evolving safety and environmental regulations, on which workers require regular training to remain informed and compliant. As a result of these ongoing changes, the global... more
As the global economy rapidly changes, Australia’s manufacturing industry is evolving to remain competitive. The manufacturing sector in Australia contributes $100 billion in gross value to the national economy. Manufacturing organisations must, therefore, be innovative, adaptive and flexible, as a key part of this thriving economy. Sounding like an important... more
The aviation industry is facing a major personnel shortage. According to Boeing’s 2018 Pilot and Technician report, airlines will need 790,000 commercial pilots and 890,000 new cabin crew members in the next 20 years. This is a concern for several reasons, including the fact that airline positions require a lot... more
Before reading this post, please take a few minutes to read Part 1 for important context and info on why emotion is so important to learning and why Emotional Intelligence needs to be considered in learning design. Enjoy, and then meet me back here! ~~~ Emotion in Learning (Part 2) Lead... more
