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Gamification October 3, 2019

The Science Behind Game-Based Learning

Whether it’s competitiveness, the desire to complete challenges, or simply the love of games, game-based learning is engaging…

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Gamification September 27, 2019

Does Gamification Work? Here’s the Proof!

Since 2012, the gamification industry has grown eleven-fold. With gamification on the rise, it's worth asking, is there…

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Social Learning September 26, 2019

8 Tips For Creating a Proactive Knowledge Sharing Culture

Creating a proactive knowledge sharing culture in the workplace is essential for every learning management programme. This is…

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Engagement September 19, 2019

How To Tap Into the Competitive Nature of your Sales...

1 in 3 managers say that their coworkers are more competitive than they were 10 years ago. Competition…

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Gamification September 19, 2019

Training Vs Selling: Getting the Balance Right for Your Sales...

Your sales team should know your product inside out, yes, but they should also be able to negotiate,…

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L&D Strategy September 3, 2019

Setting And Tracking KPIs To Help Ensure Long-Lasting Behaviour Change

Tracking KPIs is an essential part of learning and development. They are essential if you want to deliver…

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Gamification August 29, 2019

The History of Gamification (From the Very Beginning to Now)

Gamification has a long and storied history. Since gamification has been recognised as a powerful engagement tool, it has…

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Neuroscience August 28, 2019

6 Learning Activities To Include In Your Behaviour Change Journey

Learning activities can be anything from quizzes to events, from clubs to challenges. There are plenty of learning…

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L&D Strategy August 22, 2019

Weaving a Value Story: Using Business Impact To Demonstrate L&D...

A value story will help you demonstrate the business impact of your training programme. This means it's one…

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100 Powerful Quotes About Learning
L&D Strategy June 16, 2026

100 Powerful Quotes About Learning to Inspire You!

From Aristotle to Yoda, we've ranked the all-time top 100 quotes about learning. Read on…

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L&D Strategy July 26, 2023

The L&D Playbook: Your Guide to Structured Workplace Learning

Boost your workforce's potential with the L&D Playbook video series. This is your go-to guide…

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Gamification April 1, 2023

Power of Play: The Ultimate Guide to Gamification in Training [2024]

Unlock the power of gamification in training. Discover a comprehensive guide to engage learners and…

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