Dear Andy Burnham: it’s time to scrap First Past the Post. Our voting system only breeds instability and chaos, and poisons our political culture. We know you agree. Now is the time to fix our democracy. Sign the open letter: actionnetwork.org/petitions/an...

Dear Andy Burnham: it's time for a fair voting system

Dear Andy Burnham: it’s time to scrap First Past the Post. Our voting system only breeds instability and chaos, and poisons our political culture. We know you agree. Now is the time to fix our demo...

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On my way… #LT26uk #ChosenToChair

Starting 27 April, we’re sharing a Tip of the Day on Instagram, every day at 3pm (UK time) for the next 12 months. Practical tips for freelancers and self-employed people in people development, no fluff, just useful stuff. Come follow along 👇 www.instagram.com/ldfreespirits/

Want to start your #LT26UK learning early? Your conference Chairs start prepping 2 months in advance. Take a listen to the Learning Uncut podcast with @niallgavinuk.bsky.social @hepalmer.bsky.social & Anit Mahay, 3 of this year's Chairs talking about their craft learninguncut.global/podcast/elev...

Elevate 47: The Craft of Conference Chairing – Niall Gavin, Helen Palmer & Anit Mahay - Learning Uncut

Most conference chairs open with applause and slip off stage. At Learning Technologies, chairing starts two months before anyone sets foot in the room.

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I enjoyed contributing to this conversation with host @mparryslater.bsky.social @hepalmer.bsky.social & Anit Mahay about the role and responsibilities of conference chairing at the #LearningTechnologiesConference #LT26uk #LearningUncut

Michelle Parry-Slater@mparryslater.bsky.social · 6mo ago

Want to start your #LT26UK learning early? Your conference Chairs start prepping 2 months in advance. Take a listen to the Learning Uncut podcast with @niallgavinuk.bsky.social @hepalmer.bsky.social & Anit Mahay, 3 of this year's Chairs talking about their craft learninguncut.global/podcast/elev...

I'm chairing 2 sessions at the #LT26uk. On Weds 29th April, Session #T3S1 on Scaling AI, w/Chantelle Hodson & Katy O'Donnell FLPI (N.B: This is a change to the original programme) and on Thurs 30th April, Session #T2S5 AI Market Intelligence, w/David Perring, FLPI & Myles Runham from #Fosway.

Everything all together all at once - #LPI learning provider Accreditation, video recording for Learning Technologies Conference session #LT26uk, private client mentoring, exam invigilating, #LnDcowork… This late career portfolio working can get a bit crazy #BoomAndBust. How YOU doing?

Reflecting on yesterday's @yourlpi.bsky.social LinkedIn webinar w/ @edmundmonk.bsky.social & Iris Cremers, on #CriticalThinking, my quick takeaways: * Be mindful of your own biases when prompting AI * Get AI to cite its sources and to challenge it's own initial responses * Doubt everything * Repeat

Hey there #HRCommunity !! I want to encourage you to check out the #AdventBlogs series being curated this year by Daniel Taylor. He posts them on his site and on LinkedIn. It's a dose of brightness that we all can benefit from !! - www.danieltaylordevelopment.com/blog/the-wor...

The Worry Monster — Daniel Taylor Learning & Development

Picture of a cuddly worry monster teddy bear which is pink and green with zig zags of colours, big cute googly eyes and blue horns, not too big and fuzzy pink hair.

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Micro-sleeps = micro-dreams

I rarely travel at ‘commuter time’ these days, and am amused to see that the old bag-on-the-seat-beside-me practice is still alive and well

Up early to catch the train up to London for today’s #TheLearningUnconference, facilitated by @fionamcbride.bsky.social. I love this open format which allows the attendees to shape the agenda & the content.

On my way to sunny #Brighton to co-host today’s LnDcowork @ Werks Central in Middle Street. See you there 10:30-16:00?

How can I get rid of the three flags on the app icon, when I’ve seen the three mentions and logged in and out umpteen times since then? Thanks.

#FluJabbed2025

Don't miss this unique opportunity to co-shape the agenda and the learning conversations at this one-day event, expertly facilitated by @fionamcbride.bsky.social. Expect to get involved, rather than to just sit back and listen. See you there, at #TheLearningUnconference.

Fiona@fionamcbride.bsky.social · 11mo ago

Only a handful of tickets left for this Unconference.. if you are working in L&D, a facilitator or trainer, this is for you! We already have a brilliant mix of people attending across a variety of sectors, in house and freelancers. It’s going to be a good one! #TheLearningUnconference

Some #mentoring clients having moved on, I now have capacity to take on and support some new #mentees. This quick blog explains how I can support you in your professional development by my #ProfessionalMentoring service. Do get in touch to have a chat. niallgavinuk.blogspot.com/2025/11/ment...

Mentoring Capacity

A blog on learning & development, social media, learning technologies and their impact on personal & professional performance.

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In this 10th Anniversary year of my triple cardiac bypass operation, nice to get the all clear from my latest cardio ultrasound checkup. Next appointment 2028! Seems I'm good for a few more years, then.

Did some mandatory eLearning this afternoon and once again proved that I can hold 5 facts in my head for 20 minutes, long enough to pass the assessment, whilst acing the bl33ding obvious #TrueFalseQuestions #OldSchool #Learning

A quieter couple of weeks but beginning to ramp up again - an #LPI #AccreditationReport to submit, #ExamInvigilating some GCSE resits, and 2 #Mentoring sessions to follow. How’s your #November looking? DM me for a chat.

Are you a #LearningProfessional or #facilitator? How about joining me at The Learning Unconference 2025? This is not your typical event - it’s designed to help you grow your skills, spark creativity, and connect with like-minded learning professionals. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-learni...

The Learning Unconference

Welcome to a completely different event for learning and development professionals... The Learning Unconference 2025!

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Latest #blog in my Mentoring Unpicked series, now drawing to a close... Key Aspect #6: "Typically (but not always) Less Experienced." niallgavinuk.blogspot.com/2025/09/prof...

Professional Mentoring Unpicked #6

A blog on learning & development, social media, learning technologies and their impact on personal & professional performance.

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A varied week ahead - 1 x Mentoring Session, 1 x LPI Learning Provider Accreditation visit and 1 x Reading/Invigilating at the local college. For fun, 2 x Ballroom & Latin dance classes (learning) and 1 x social dance evening (practical application) to round off the week. How's your week looking?

#Blog: Professional Mentoring Unpicked #5 Trust, Open Communication, and Mutual Respect. Thoughts? niallgavinuk.blogspot.com/2025/09/prof...

Professional Mentoring Unpicked #5

A blog on learning & development, social media, learning technologies and their impact on personal & professional performance.

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The next blog in my short series on #ProfessionalMentoring - Key Aspect #4 Skills, Knowledge, Career and Personal Growth... niallgavinuk.blogspot.com/2025/09/prof...

Professional Mentoring Unpicked #4

A blog on learning & development, social media, learning technologies and their impact on personal & professional performance.

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Here's the next #blog in my short series wherein I'm unpicking the key aspects of #ProfessionalMentoring - this being KA3: Focus on the Mentee's Development... niallgavinuk.blogspot.com/2025/09/prof... I'd love to hear any feedback and, of course, be happy to chat with anyone seeking such support.

Professional Mentoring Unpicked #3

A blog on learning & development, social media, learning technologies and their impact on personal & professional performance.

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If you're heading to London this morning for the #LPI #LearningLive Conference (see you there?), here's something to read on the train - the next blog in my short series unpicking #ProfessionalMentoring, Guidance, Support & Encouragement niallgavinuk.blogspot.com/2025/09/prof...

I'm giving #Bluesky another go, after several months of inactivity. Now running my own #ProfessionalMentoring service and very happy to be in conversation with several mentees across the globe - went international very quickly! Missing the old #LnD community and keen to reconnect #NotASalesPitch

I posted previously about my new short #blog series unpicking the key aspects of mentoring and delivering a professional mentoring service. This is the next blog in that series, discussing KA #1: Experienced and Trusted... niallgavinuk.blogspot.com/2025/08/prof... #Mentoring #ProfessionalMentor #LnD

Professional Mentoring Unpicked #1

A blog on learning & development, social media, learning technologies and their impact on personal & professional performance.

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I recently started my own #ProfessionalMentoring service & a month of developmental conversations has passed already. Here's the first in my recent blog post series about it all... niallgavinuk.blogspot.com/2025/08/prof... Have a read, let me know what you think, & watch out for more. #Mentor #LnD

Professional Mentoring Explored (first posted on LinkedIn 25/08/25)

A blog on learning & development, social media, learning technologies and their impact on personal & professional performance.

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