Thank you
Thank you so much for joining us at our roundtable last week. Your contributions truly made the conversation inspiring and thought-provoking. It's incredibly exciting to be part of such a dynamic community of L&D professionals.
Together, we are pushing the boundaries of what is possible and supporting each other in navigating uncertainty and change. We would be absolutely delighted to host you at our next event later this year.
If you have any feedback on the sessions or day as a whole, please do let us know.
Session 1
Overcoming Time and Engagement Challenges
In Breakout Session 1 we focused on overcoming time and engagement challenges, participants emphasised the importance of tracking learning to drive accountability, with the mantra “what gets measured gets done” resonating across groups. A strong link between employee experience and business success was noted, alongside the value of social, peer-driven learning. Leadership emerged as a key lever—both in modeling desired behaviors and aligning learning with strategic goals.
Someone shared how transparent communication during their return-to-office rollout helped build trust, while others illustrated the power of creative engagement by launching a training session with champagne to spark interest.
Groups also discussed how the “always-on” work culture saps energy for personal development, and the need to clearly define the value and consequences of learning. Other themes included the mismatch between perceived and actual time availability, the importance of boundary-setting—especially across time zones—and the need to clearly communicate “What’s In It For Me” (WIIFM) to learners.
Session 2
Driving Adoption and Strategic Alignment
In Breakout Session 2, the focus was on driving adoption and aligning learning with strategy. Participants agreed that learning must be both relevant to individuals and clearly connected to business goals. Senior leaders play a crucial role in championing initiatives and celebrating progress, while microlearning embedded into daily work was highlighted as especially effective.
Starting with “managers of managers” helped drive consistency across organisations, and there was a strong call to better recognise and validate informal learning—like mentoring and spontaneous collaboration—as a vital part of the learning ecosystem.
Session 3
Blockchain in Learning
The group explored how blockchain could transform learning credentials, offering a secure, verifiable way to issue and transfer records. The concept of a “learning passport” sparked interest—a validated record that follows individuals across roles and organizations. However, questions around transferability, governance, and data privacy remain key considerations for future implementation.
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