SME Training Blog
Real-World Learning, Onboarding and Performance That Actually Works
You have questions and I love to write- goes with the job. But even more, I love to share. So welcome to a source of articles, where you’ll discover answers to your questions, insightful articles and tips on getting the most out of learning in business.
Standard disclaimer here: These articles are my own work and my own opinions. I don’t represent any official position of my clients, former employers, or any other company.
The Real Problem Behind Skills Shortages? Businesses Aren’t Doing This One Thing
Skills shortages aren’t the problem, unstructured training is. Discover how businesses can fix capability gaps quickly with simple, structured learning systems.
How AI is Changing the Definition of Good Performance
If you run or work in a small business, you’ve probably had at least one conversation this year that sounded like:
“Will AI replace our jobs?”
“Is this going to make people redundant?”
“Should we be worried?”
And the honest answer, according to the latest CIPD research is:
Not really. But the way work works is changing. Fast.
Where SMEs do need to focus?
Building the Skills Your Business Needs by 2035
By 2035, the skills businesses need most won’t be technical, they’ll be human. Here’s how SMEs can build communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills into everyday work.
It Gets Dark at Lunchtime… and Somehow That Got Me Thinking
Learning in small businesses doesn’t always show up as courses or workshops. More often, it’s the small, everyday skills that quietly build capability over time.
Human Skills Every SME Needs for the Future of Work
As work evolves, the skills SMEs need most aren’t technical, they’re human. Here’s why skills like communication, problem-solving, and adaptability are becoming critical for the future of work.
The Hardest (Paid) Job in the World
Being a line manager is one of the hardest jobs in business, yet most people are never properly trained for it. Here’s why the role feels so heavy, and what actually helps.
How to Curate Learning Experiences using Slack
Most SMEs don’t have a learning problem, they have a knowledge organisation problem. Here’s how to use Slack to curate and share learning that actually gets used.
How to Curate Training- A Quick Overview
Curated learning doesn’t have to be complicated. By selecting, organising, and sharing the right resources, SMEs can create effective training without building everything from scratch.
Before You Invest in Another Training Course, Ask Yourself One Question
Before investing in another training course, ask one simple question: what do people actually need to do differently? Without that clarity, even well-designed training can fail to deliver results.

