Listen "Our Top 2025 Learning & Development Tips | The Complete Rundown"
Episode Synopsis
Welcome to Sparks. In this special episode, Sam takes a step back to revisit the moments that really shaped our conversations in 2025. We’ve pulled together ten standout insights from across the year that challenged assumptions, sparked debate and changed the way leaders think about learning, leadership and work.From why over-communication might be underrated, to the quiet signals of struggling leaders, to the surprising power of saying no, this is a fast-paced highlight reel that connects the dots without giving everything away. Whether you’ve been with us all year or you’re new to Sparks, this episode is a great place to reflect, reset and get inspired for what’s next.Chapters:0:0 welcome to sparks0:21 You need to balance alignment with out of the box thinking.1:18 There is no such thing as over communication.2:30 Encourage experimentation and don't penalise mistakes.4:06 Show vulnerability and stay calm.5:56 How to spot struggling leaders.7:21 It’s all about employee fulfilment8:08 Your job specs could be the problem 9:10 The most common misconception about accessible design is…10:24 The science of selling. biases can be helpful.11:30 Transform transactions into true partnerships12:45 The power of saying no!Subscribe for more conversations on learning, leadership and the ideas shaping the modern workplace.Interested in sparking something with us? Get in touch: [email protected] or follow us on LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/company/cegosuk
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