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?

Most small businesses are feeling it already.

Not the big flashy stuff like robots taking over the office or AI rewriting job descriptions while you sleep, but something much quieter. A slow, noticeable shift in what “good” looks like at work.

It gets dark at lunchtime and my to-do list is in rebellion… so I checked my “ta-da list” instead. What I found said more about this year, and about business growth than I expected.

Work is changing fast, but the skills that make us human matter more than ever. From listening and creativity to teamwork and adaptability, these are the capabilities that will keep your business thriving, whatever the future brings.

You won’t find it on anyone’s childhood dream list, but it’s one of the toughest, most important roles in any business. Here’s why it matters more than most people realise.

Case Study: How we used Slack for curated training.

The four essentials I follow when curating training for businesses like yours.

We all want it work.

No one sets out to achieve mediochre.

So what’s the one question you need to ask before your next training investment?

It’s not an everyday term, let’s be honest.

It’s not likely to form part of an everyday conversation.

So what is curated training and how is it a great cost-effective way to train your workers?

Wait…what?

Words from a 10 year old that made me stop.

You must maximise what you have, whether it's limited time, people or a tight cash flow.

And it’s hard…

Who says you have to be a big business to enjoy effective e-learning?

You’ve invested in a training program that promises to upskill, boost productivity, and keep your company compliant. But six months later, you're left wondering—did it actually deliver?

When you think about e-learning for your organisation, what's the first question that pops into your mind? It's probably, "How much is this going to cost?" Let’s take a closer look.

Transform Slack into your dynamic learning hub. Discover how your business can use Slack channels for cost-effective, engaging team development.

and most importantly how does it bring value to your business?

Answers to these and other questions.

It’s too expensive….I don’t have the technology….It feels overwhelming….I don’t know where to start….I’m not sure what I need…..answers to these and other questions.

Investing in e-learning for your team is a smart move—but not all e-learning is created equal. If you’re spending your hard-earned budget, you should demand an experience that delivers real results, not just ticks a compliance box.