Black Swan events - or unknown unknowns #BlackSwan #InnovationIt was once believed that all swans were white, because until that time the only swans had been seen (northern hemisphere) were white. It was believed that all swans were white and that black (or any other colour) could not exist.The belief was destroyed when a Black Swan was discovered in Australia. Hence the term “Black Swan” became used for unpredictable or unforeseen events - the unknown unknowns...As the changes … [Read more...] about Black Swan events – or unknown unknowns
A Reflection on day 2 and overall of #cipd13
It's been over 24 hours since I left Manchester and #cipd13. This has given me a while to reflect on my time and experiences at this event. Overall the sessions that I participated in were as described, and interesting (I did hear from others that this was not universally true). The presenters were good, but few were great. One of the biggest takeaways for me was the networking with the bloggers and twitterati. many of whom I have known for several years, some only "online" others at … [Read more...] about A Reflection on day 2 and overall of #cipd13
#cipd13 Day two.. the journey continues
Good Morning.Yesterday at #cipd13 was a packed and valuable day. Today I will continue my live blogging of as many events as I can. Live blog: 09.38#cipd13 session e1 Hacking HR to build an adaptable advantagea year after the concept was created and just 6 months after the launch, the cipd launch the output of this innovative online collaboration project and methodology.the nature of work is changing. some say 50% of the jobs we are doing will … [Read more...] about #cipd13 Day two.. the journey continues
#cipd13 Annual Conference in Manchester
Welcome to Manchester in the UK. Today is the start of the CIPDs annual conference for HR & L&D professionals.As I have done in the past I will attempt to blog live from each session, highlighting some of the key points the presenters highlight. This will be live, so please expect spelling and typos. In the next few days I will return and correct. My goal is to share with you as the conference progresses Below this line will appear the content, if nothing is here please … [Read more...] about #cipd13 Annual Conference in Manchester
Learning to do business overseas – The BILD & UKTI #BILDevent
Today I am attending an event run by The BILD in association with the UKTI.I will attempt to live blog from this event - as long as there is a good data connection ;)The event runs from 10:30 through to 15:30 GMT. Speakers include: Richard Parry - Head of Education Exports and Publishing - UKTIJoy Wilson - Spectrum Training ServicesGraham Snape - International Trade Advisor - UKTI Export for the Learning and Training Market Like any business, there is opportunity for business … [Read more...] about Learning to do business overseas – The BILD & UKTI #BILDevent
#cipd12 Welcome to the CIPD Annual Conference & Exhibition
Welcome to the annual conference of the CIPD#cipd12 On this post I will attempt to maintain a live blog throughout the conference programme. #CIPD12 Feel free to add your own comments or thoughts<<what you are reading here is a series of tweets, and the time I made them. This was live blogging in action>> #cipd12 Live blog (in Reverse order)17.16This is the end of the blog from the sessions for day one – more from me tomorrow #cipd12let me know what you think … [Read more...] about #cipd12 Welcome to the CIPD Annual Conference & Exhibition
