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NEW! Mindtools launches Manager Skill Builder: Transforming management development with adaptive learning. ✨ Organizations can maximize the impact of their development programs by bundling the Manager Skill Builder with the Manager Skills Assessment. This combination offers a complete solution for diagnosing skill gaps and delivering very targeted, effective and accelerated skills development. Find out more about these new services and get in touch with our team to discuss how the Mindtools M Suite can benefit your managers and leaders. https://ow.ly/PYRx50UHG9u

We're proud to announce Mindtools is shortlisted for the prestigious Learning Giveback Award for our project with Heathrow. This is a highlight of the Learning and Performance Institute’s (LPI) annual Learning Awards. But we need your support to win! The public vote for the Learning Giveback Awards is open until 5pm UK time Friday 17 January. Please cast your vote here: https://lnkd.in/g7WBhVQh

At last year’s Learning Technologies Awards, Mindtools and South Western Railway won Gold in the ‘Best use of blended learning – commercial sector’ category. In this week’s episode of The Mindtools L&D Podcast for 2025, Ross Dickie and Claire Ford Gibson are joined by Becky Eason, Leadership Delivery Manager at South Western Railway. They discuss the context in which the program was developed, and the problems it was designed to solve; how we used focus groups, semi-structured interviews, and a valid and reliable behavioral survey to test assumptions and prove impact; and the results of the program and the changes we’ve made to it in response to evaluation of the pilot. Watch the clip below to learn more about getting buy-in for business development and listen to the full episode here: https://ow.ly/hjQQ50UH14l

𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐍𝐞𝐰𝐬: The public vote for the 2025 Learning Giveback Award at the 29th Annual Learning Awards is now open! This award honours individuals and organisations who have creatively supported learning, making a positive impact on others' lives. 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐯𝐨𝐭𝐞: 1️⃣ Visit: https://lnkd.in/g7WBhVQh 2️⃣ Watch the finalist videos. 3️⃣ Cast your vote for your favourite. Voting is open to everyone and closes on Friday, 17th January, at 5:00 PM (UK time). The winner will be announced at the Learning Awards ceremony on 13th February in London. 🎟 To be part of this legacy, reserve your place here: https://bit.ly/49DhkCj 🏆 Best of luck to all our exceptional finalists: Combat Stress, Heathrow & Mindtools, Microsoft, Namecheap, Netex Learning, Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman, Pay Tel Communications, Inc. & Infopro Learning, Inc, Thomas Bennett Community College, Visible Inc & GroupM, Wema Bank Plc. #learningawards #thelpi #yourlpi #learninganddevelopment

Mindtools and Heathrow have been shortlisted for the prestigious Learning Giveback Award at the The LPI (Learning and Performance Institute) annual #LearningAwards - and the public vote is now open! This shortlisting recognizes Mindtools’ impactful collaboration with Heathrow Airport on an inclusive, experiential learning programme, Right Where I Belong. This values-based programme empowers employees to share their experiences and fosters a culture of belonging and diversity. We need your support to win! The public vote for the Learning Giveback Awards is now open to all – from 12pm UK time on Tuesday 14 January to 5pm UK time Friday 17 January. Read more about this nomination and cast your vote here: https://ow.ly/sqAJ50UG0ha

Bad management happens. We’ve all been there – dealing with a manager who made work harder than it needs to be. Maybe they were unclear, avoided tough conversations or micromanaged every detail. But here’s the truth. Great leaders are always learning. They never stop growing, adapting and refining their skills to meet new challenges. The Mindtools Content Hub is your ally in better leadership, it’s your trusted, on-demand companion for navigating modern management. Every resource is meticulously crafted by experts to address real-world challenges with practical, actionable advice. Whether it’s tackling team dynamics, mastering new technologies or creating inclusive cultures, our Content Hub keeps you informed, inspired and ready to lead. Start your subscription today and get 20% off your first year! https://ow.ly/fPzk50UFrf3

Is long-form content dead? Not at all – balance is everything. In this HR Grapevine article, our Chief Product Officer Owen Ferguson, contributes to the evolving debate between long-form and bite-sized learning. Both approaches have their strengths. Bite-sized resources are great for quick insights. While long-form learning offers depth, context and the opportunity to tackle complex topics. The key lies in striking the right balance. At Mindtools, we help L&D teams find the perfect mix to empower managers and leaders with learning experiences that are not only engaging but also practical and impactful. Explore the full discussion here: https://lnkd.in/epasWDXD

Every manager has room to grow. Even the best leaders face new challenges in today’s fast-changing workplace. You don’t have to do it alone, because Mindtools is here to help. Start your journey to better leadership today with 20% off your subscription to the Mindtools Content Hub, including 18 Skill Bites eLearning courses: https://ow.ly/W74h50UBeq5

Is one of your goals this year to become a better manager, but you aren't sure where to start? The Mindtools Manager Skills Assessment provides managers with actionable insights to address skill gaps, elevate performance, and drive organizational success. As well as individual assessments, we can provide the Manager Skills Assessment for your business to give a clear view of strengths and areas for growth across teams. Take your first step to becoming a better manager today! https://ow.ly/qRvp50UBbZ2

Do remote and hybrid managers need different skills to those who work in-person? If so, what are those skills and how do we develop them? In this first episode of The Mindtools L&D Podcast for 2025, Ross Dickie and Ross Garner are joined by return guest Gary Cookson, author of Making Hybrid Working Work, to discuss these questions and more! Listen to the full episode here: https://ow.ly/55i750UAWiM