In today’s fast-paced world, building commercial capability at scale is no easy task. Time is limited. Budgets are under pressure. And yet, the need to equip your teams with the right skills, at the right moment, has never been more important.
In a world where agility, flexibility, and impact are non-negotiable, how we build capability needs to keep up. Traditional classroom training isn’t always practical, and standalone e-learning can fall short on engagement and real-world application. The answer? Blended learning.
Sales has always been a discipline shaped by pressure, ambition, and change. But today’s commercial landscape demands more than just adaptability — it calls for a different kind of capability: commercial confidence in uncertainty.
AI is transforming every corner of business and Learning & Development is no exception. From content curation to personalised learning paths, the potential is huge. But with great power comes great complexity. For every exciting AI promise, there’s a real-world challenge that L&D leaders can’t afford to ignore.
In the world of corporate learning and development, there's a common misconception: that change happens after a single training session. But the reality is, meaningful behavioural change is a journey, one that often takes up to 12 months of consistent focus, practice, and support.
In today’s competitive landscape, businesses can no longer rely solely on price to differentiate themselves. Customers expect more—they seek innovation, sustainability, and meaningful impact. This is where value creation becomes the key to long-term success.
As businesses continue to navigate economic uncertainty, sales professionals are feeling the pressure. With budgets tightening, decision-makers are scrutinising every purchase more than ever before. Sales cycles are lengthening, approvals require more stakeholders, and price sensitivity is at an all-time high. In this environment, the ability to sell on value rather than price is no longer just a skill—it’s a necessity.
As we move further into the digital age, the way we develop skills and engage with training is evolving rapidly. Gone are the days when skill development was confined to rigid, in-person only sessions that required extensive time commitments. Instead, flexibility, accessibility, and on-demand learning are taking centre stage, driven by advancements in technology and changing workforce expectations.
Investing in training and development is a cornerstone of organisational growth, but measuring the return on that investment (ROI) can often be challenging. While many businesses focus solely on financial outcomes, the real value of training lies in its ability to drive sustainable behavioural change. This blog explores a practical approach to measuring ROI in training and development, emphasising the importance of combining measurable outcomes with observable behaviours.
Globally Commercial teams face increasingly fast-changing markets complex scenarios, and a world where virtual connection and email is a default for communication. In this environment, leadershipneeds to evolve, integratingbusiness acumen, technical skills, product knowledgewith empathy and emotionalintelligence. The soft skills are critical for navigating the personalised nature of modern customer relationships and for leading teams effectively through uncertainty and change.
