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Editor’s
Letter
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Choosing how to learn
As the academic year starts again, and the commute
to work signals the children have returned to school,
it tends to be the time of year when we begin to
think about our own goals, both personal and
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work-related. What do we want to achieve in the
long-term, and what short-term objectives will help
us get there?
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Latest BILD developments Coaching is a great way to really focus on those
The institute explains the new collaboration with the
goals, by helping you improve on performance and
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reach your potential. Of late, I’ve become a bit of a
health and fitness fanatic, and being an all-or-nothing
type of woman, I’ve thrown myself in at the deep
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The golden compass
end; running, swimming, weight training, and, most
Can coaching point your employees in the right
recently, with the aid of a personal coach too.
direction?
Similar to coaching in the workplace, coaching
in the gym with a trainer means a long-term
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Learn as you go
commitment to the cause (from both parties),
A ‘how-to’ guide to mobile learning
requires the setting of goals and objectives, ensuring
goals are aligned, and setting up a plan or strategy
with clear expectations. I know what’s expected
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America’s got talent!
of me each week and why it’s essential to stick to
the programme, and thus far, fingers crossed, the
The second instalment of the lead interview with coaching is working for me.
learning guru Elliott Masie
Take a look at our main feature ‘The golden compass:
Can coaching point your employees in the right
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Learner on board direction?’ on page 15, which explains what to
Editor’s review of a Speak First training course
consider before implementing coaching into the
culture. It really is necessary to align the business’
goals with the individual’s goals for coaching to work.
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Keeping tabs on the training
Also in this issue, find out what’s in store at the
Controlling, tracking and managing with LMS World of Learning Conference & Exhibition this
remains crucial
autumn, with our special preview on page 50. There
may be learning solutions there to help you achieve
your goals, or new ideas to get you thinking.
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Pass with flying colours
Success rates tend to be higher with electronic
Check out the shortlist of finalists for the learning
assessments
industry’s most prestigious awards ceremony, the
World of Learning Awards 2008. See the insert in this
magazine for details.
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World of Learning Conference &
Exhibition preview
Until the next issue, take some time to consider the
benefits of coaching for you and your organisation –
Find out what’s on this year at the World of it really could ring in the changes!
Learning in our special preview
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Anita Peach, Editor
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