L&D TV VIDEOS

Recently I’ve spoken to quite a few change consultants, very few of whom had heard of Robin Dunbar. You know, Robin Dunbar, the internationally famous British scientist. Known for the Dunbar number. Emeritus professor of evolutionary psychology at Oxford. No?

When things go awry in an organisation – bad attitudes, non-compliance, or even a toxic culture – it can feel like trying to steer a sinking ship. These problems can be costly, whether through reduced productivity, legal risks, or even accidents. The instinctive response might be to clamp down with heavy-handed initiatives and training to enforce compliance. That might get you some results, but it rarely creates lasting change. Why? Because a top-down approach often reinforces an “us vs. them” mentality. What’s really needed is culture change – a fundamental shift in how the organisation relates to its people.

The Greg Wallace controversy offers a stark reminder for HR professionals in the wake of the Worker Protection Act 2023: employers now have a proactive duty to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace. Reports suggest that complaints against Wallace were ignored – contrary to the new guidelines – and his behaviour was allowed to persist. Legally and ethically, this is clearly unacceptable. It’s a cautionary tale for employers everywhere…

In the post-mortems of the 2024 US Presidential election, one accusation rings out repeatedly: that the wealthy, college-educated leaders of the Democratic Party struggle to speak the language of the working-class people they aim to represent. Trump, on the other hand, speaks in a way that resonates with that audience.

The landscape of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in the United States is experiencing a significant shift. A series of campaigns led by right-wing activists have prompted several major companies to roll back their DEI initiatives. As UK businesses observe these developments, it’s crucial to understand the underlying factors and potential consequences to make informed decisions about their own DEI commitments…

Did you know? Gossip isn’t just idle chatter—it’s a powerful tool for social cohesion and moral communication. My latest newsletter explores how storytelling and gossip can be harnessed to change behaviour. By creating compelling video dramas, we can engage audiences emotionally and drive compliance. Discover how to hack the gossip engine for positive change.

Drama is formed from conflict and it is articulated around decision-making. This is another reason that it is so useful for workplace communications. Our duty at work is to make continual decisions as an agent of the organisation. But we are not machines and our emotions are continually challenged by the demands of duty. Drama is one of the most powerful aids for facilitating productive conversation about the emotional elements of work. What TV show have you enjoyed that pertained to your workplace experience?

This is not a toy. Only the young or the hopelessly commonsensical dip it into liquid soap, content with bubbles. Curl your fingers around the handle, lift it to your mouth, and flick the switch. Say what you long to say. The fan is small, but its aim is true. You will be heard. This poetical story by Colson Whitehead was the main text in an auction entry on eBay for the bubble blowing gun in the picture. The gun was purchased for 50 cents and achieved a final bid price of $36… Do stories make us value things more?

It was back in 2021 when I first entertained the idea of using the Gogglebox format in an L&D setting.

When things change, our world shifts, and we must adapt. Grieving illustrates this process vividly, shaking our emotional landscape and prompting us to reshape our understanding of events. The classic stages of grief – denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance – describe the emotional journey we undergo when facing significant change.