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Learning & Development Institute, founded in 1969, is the professional body representing members concerned with Learning and Talent Development in Ireland.

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Psychodynamics At Work

Explore how psychodynamic & systemic approaches can enhance organisational effectiveness, manage emotions during change, & improve team workplace dynamics.

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Skills for Working with ...

AI is enhancing workplace robotic systems, giving them greater capabilities and flexibility, and redefining workplace roles, tasks and work methods.
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Budget 2025 Response

L&DI's response to the Irish Government's recent 2025 budget announcement

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AI Tools in PowerPoint

Fiona Walsh, a Microsoft Master Trainer, looks at the native AI features within PowerPoint 365 and encourages AI-phobes to begin utilising the tool.

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Utilisation of Job ...

The recently published EU Jobs Skills survey asked employed people about the skills they used at work and the allocation of time spent on these skills

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It's a Wrap - A Guide to ...

A guide to creating a stress free break at Christmas for yourself, and to be able to return to work in January as a more productive version of your old self.

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Ireland's Ageing ...

Ageing workforces is the subject of a recent OECD report which focuses on helping workers progress their careers or switch jobs when wanted or necessary.

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SOLAS NATIONAL SKILLS ...

The SOLAS National Skills Bulletin 2023 provides valuable insights on labour market trends in Ireland with special interest for L&D professionals

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An Evening of Excellence

With a welcome return as a gala event, the L&D community came together to celebrate the latest innovations in the sector - Excellence in Learning Awards

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Micro-Credentials - A ...

Recent CEDEFOP review found growth in use of micro-credentials, but review highlighted confusion among users. Now, EU aim to introduce common standards.

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Future Workforce Skills

The 2023 World Economic Forum Future of Jobs Report provides insights into trends on jobs and skills that businesses can use over the next 5 years.
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