The Curious Advantage

Critical thinking is often cited as one of the most important future work skills. But what does that mean in practice? Critical thinking is often cited as one of the most valuable future work skills. How do critical thinking skills manifest themselves in the workplace? Learn about the mindsets, habits and demeanors that make critical […]

In the face of unsettling technological change, ease the panic and show a way forward – with these eight action steps. Will I be out of work soon? Is my company going to survive? How can I upskill so I remain relevant in five years? These are probably just some worries preoccupying people’s minds as […]

Didn’t have time to attend? We have the key take-aways summed up for you. getAbstract’s fourth Global L&D Knowledge Forum on October 27, 2022, brought together international experts and L&D practitioners to discuss best practices for enabling a proactive learning culture. Keynote speakers included Stefaan van Hooydonk, author of The Workplace Curiosity Manifesto and former […]

Workplace learning creates not just a better-informed but a better-connected workforce. “Learning powers culture” – this is one of the takeaways from LinkedIn’s 2022 Workplace Learning Report. New skills are crucial, but the concept of learning encompasses much more. Learning is about developing a mindset of being curious, of seeing challenges as opportunities and of […]

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…and not themselves first? “Leaders are entrusted to lead the business and its people; however, the key to do so successfully is to lead self-first. Leaders must commit to their personal growth and development to lead effectively and achieve results for their company,” Angelique Marcelli, Customer Success Manager at getAbstract, says. She emphasizes that “leaders […]

You don’t want your team to “play it safe.” You want people to feel safe to play – as in pitching their ideas, performing to their potential and challenging the status quo. Companies navigating a rapidly changing environment depend on an agile, innovative workforce. But team members won’t volunteer their ideas, challenge outdated work processes […]

How can L&D best support companies emerging from the pandemic?

You are setting up an L&D department? Or are you looking for a new LXP? This is what you have to consider. Setting up an L&D department, shopping for a learning platform (LXP) and purchasing content are big upfront investments for a company. But, with the right learning strategy, these investments will not just deliver […]

Executive coach Matthew Smith, former CLO at McKinsey, opens up about simple and actionable learning practices that will make you an intentional learner in no time. Matt, at McKinsey, you took a hard look at what it takes to become an intentional learner – and that this gives leaders enormous advantages when it comes to […]