Episode 206 - What’s Next for Learning and Development?

Learning and development is vital for any organisation. With new skills needed for employees, managers, HR teams and leaders, the challenge of upskilling effectively is one that many organisations are facing. And with new technology and ways to learn, many are unsure where to start!

Well the good news is, today, we’re joined by a seasoned expert in reskilling and upskilling, who can guide us through how to achieve success in L&D in 2025.  

We’re delighted to be joined today by Ed' O Brien, Head of Learning & Development, for Europe & Latin America at Ericsson. 

In this episode, we cover...

01:00 The Evolution of Learning and Development 07:50 The Role of Management in Learning 14:25 The Positioning of L&D in Organisations 20:27 The Necessity of Upskilling 26:00 Preventing Workplace Issues through Training 33:43 Adapting to Change in Learning Environments 39:54 Intentional Learning and Organisational Challenges

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