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Capability Edge

4 Jobs AI Will Replace First

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(and How to Stay Safe in Your Career) This article identifies the four job categories most at risk of AI replacement, including high-prestige roles most professionals assume are safe, and explains the specific human capabilities that AI cannot replicate. Candice Mitchell, CEO of Talent Collective and creator of the CORE Capabilities Framework, draws on nearly […]

Future of L&D: Trends and Tools, Strategic Learning and Development, The Reality of working in L&D

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Why a career in Learning and Development is so rewarding

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If you’ve ever been told that Learning and Development (L&D) is just about training or making pretty slides, I’m here to lovingly, and firmly, say no, it’s so much more than that. I am also here to make an argument as to why a career in Learning and Development is so rewarding. This blog post […]

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Manage Expectations in Corporate Training

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What every L&D Leader needs to know You know you need to manage expectations in corporate training but you also know you’ve probably been asked to fix culture with a two-hour workshop, or heard the words, “Let’s just roll out training on that and we’ll be sorted” you’re not alone. You’re in Learning and Development […]

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The Highs and Lows of Being in L&D

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If you’ve been in Learning and Development (L&D) for longer than it takes to microwave your lunch, you already know: this job is a wild ride. One day you’re launching a program you’ve spent six months building, learners are engaged, leaders are praising it, and your feedback form has you tearing up with joy. The […]

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What Does a Career in L&D Really Look Like?

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You’ve seen the LinkedIn posts.“Just launched a leadership program!”“Facilitated a values-based onboarding session with 80 people!”“Feeling grateful to do this work!” And hey, genuinely, love that for them. But if you work in L&D, you also know that’s just the highlight reel. What doesn’t make the feed? Getting a Slack message at 5:42 p.m. asking […]

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Candice Mitchell; Talent Development Nerd

Choosing the right L&D qualification for your career

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Why This Decision Matters If you’ve been exploring professional development in Learning & Development (L&D), you’ve probably wrestled with a big question: Do I need a certification to succeed? We’ve tackled that before, and the answer? It depends. But today, we’re going a step further, because once you decide you want to invest in learning, […]

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The Best Certifications for Learning and Development Professionals

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Let’s start with the main question: Do Certifications Really Matter in L&D? If you’re an L&D professional, or thinking about becoming one, you’ve probably wondered: Do I need a certification? And: What are the best certifications for Learning and Development Professionals? And… Will it help me land a job? Will it make me more credible? […]

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Candice Mitchell; Talent Development Nerd; Talent Development Academy

Start your L&D Career

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A roadmap to success Are you feeling stuck in your current job, yearning to make a real impact? You’re not alone. Seventeen years ago, I was in your shoes—dreaming of a career that allowed me to grow, inspire, and truly make a difference. Today, I want to share my roadmap to help you start and […]

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