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Founder and L&D Solutions Director at Align Learn Do. Tell me about your L&D challenges. AlignLearnDo.com

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Morning! Started a new job so haven’t been abale to get out much. WFH today so making the oar of the morning with a 5k with 2 hill climbs. Think the standing desks at work have helped with maintain tone and core. Anyone else experienced this?

#Running #5k #Spring

03.04.2025 06:40 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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First run in 5 weeks. 5k to start up again. Great weather for it!

#Running #5K

19.03.2025 07:08 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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8th attempt, but finally got a loaf that looks like a loaf. Rather than a blog of yeasty baked goo. #Loaf #Baking

15.02.2025 15:39 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Aiming for 10k, but had to listen to by body (mainly knee) and stop at 5k. Hilly, cold, muddy lovely run. #Running #5k #Muddy

13.02.2025 09:41 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Freezing, slow, mudsoaked, slipping all over 5k. Loved it!

#Running #5K #Mud

11.02.2025 08:42 πŸ‘ 15 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
Why a little stress can be a good thing when designing learning experiences
Why a little stress can be a good thing when designing learning experiences YouTube video by Neil Cunningham

Stress!Β Can little be good as part of your learning experience design?

I think it can.

Today I get you thinking about how this can improve engagement with your learning experiences, workshops and training programmes.

www.youtube.com/shorts/lhDl7...

#LearningAndDevelopment #Stress

11.02.2025 06:51 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Why relevancy is important when designing learning.
Why relevancy is important when designing learning. YouTube video by Neil Cunningham

Continuing with the learning experience design vids today's tip looks at relevancy. By considering this you can engage your colleagues with learning experiences they’ll love (and that drive performance).

www.youtube.com/shorts/m0Oh2...

#LearningAndDevelopment #LearningExperienceDesign #Training

03.02.2025 15:38 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Building personal drivers into your Learning Experience Design
Building personal drivers into your Learning Experience Design YouTube video by Neil Cunningham

Today’s L&D Learning Experience Design Tip looks at Personalisation.Β I get you thinking about how this can improve engagement with your learning experiences, workshops and training programmes.

www.youtube.com/shorts/m8m6F...

#Learninganddevelopment #LearningExerperienceDesign #Workshops #Training

28.01.2025 08:51 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Align Learn Do - Learning And Doing A monthly dive into how you can build a better Learning And Development offering.

Hello - My L&D Newsletter is available now on substack

Blog, Vlog, Live Events, Bonus Material. All are designed to help you build a better L&D offering.

bit.ly/4h43Hjo

#LearningAndDevelopment #LND #Learning #PeopleAndCulture

22.01.2025 07:11 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

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In English, we say: β€œYou hurt me.”
But in poetry, we say:
β€œYou planted thorns in my chest with hands I once trusted,
and now every breath feels like an apology I shouldn’t owe.”

21.01.2025 21:30 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

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In English, we say: β€œI hope you’re happy.”
But in poetry, we say:
β€œMay the sun that warms your days
be as kind to you as the first kiss of dew on the dawning light upon the leaves of the laurel that we once made love under”

21.01.2025 21:30 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

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In English, we say: β€œI wish it were different.”
But in poetry, we say:
β€œI water the garden of could-have-beens with tears,
waiting for flowers that refuse to bloom.”

21.01.2025 21:29 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

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In English, we say: β€œI feel lost.”
But in poetry, we say:
β€œThe compass of my heart spins wildly now,
its needle drawn to places it can no longer call home.”

21.01.2025 21:29 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

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In English, we say: β€œI don’t know how to let go.”
But in poetry, we say:
β€œI carry you in my chest like a stoneβ€”
heavy, unyielding, and carved with the sharp edges of what once was.”

21.01.2025 21:29 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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The Learning Network on LinkedIn: #learninganddevelopment #community #networking #lnboard Announcing our new Chair and Vice Chair! Yesterday the board met in Manchester for our annual all-day board meeting and objective-setting session. We're…

The board has elected its new chair and vice chair!

www.linkedin.com/posts/thelea...

#LearningAndDevelopment #Community #Networking #LNBoard

21.01.2025 10:09 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1
Fun and Learning Experience Design
Fun and Learning Experience Design YouTube video by Neil Cunningham

Today’s L&D Learning Experience Design Tip looks at Fun and how thinking about how this can improve engagement with your learning experiences, workshops and training programmes.

Check out the video to find out more: youtube.com/shorts/dGxLg...

#LearningAndDevelopment #LearningExerperienceDesign

21.01.2025 10:33 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Neil John Cunningham on LinkedIn: ALD Competition Happy Friday! As we head into the weekend I wanted to let you know that the Align Learn Do Competition is back! Follow the instructions on the image below to…

Competition Time. 3 Free L&D Books by yours truly. Head over to find out more

www.linkedin.com/posts/neiljo...

17.01.2025 12:57 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

I'll check them out. I usually go with a slice of wholemeal toast with peanut butter and a banana about an hour before.

16.01.2025 10:33 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Morning! Dank and dreary 5k. 2 big hill climbs and still under 30 mins (which is my target up to 20k).

Felt tired and under energised this morning. Pre run nutrition tips anyone?

#Running #Nutrition #5k

16.01.2025 09:31 πŸ‘ 14 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 4 πŸ“Œ 0
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6 Ways to Improve Your Learning Experience Design Getting your LXD right can mean the difference between learning people love and "just another workshop".Β Here's 6 ways to improve yours.

Up on the blog now - 6 Ways To Improve Your Learning Experience Design

alignlearndo.com/6ways/

#LND #LearningAndDevelopment #LearningExperienceDesign

15.01.2025 07:24 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Started to introduce climbs into my 5k. 2 climbs in the next one. Also got to say hi to my pals. #Running #Winter #5K #Cows

14.01.2025 08:47 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Using Belonging in Learning Experience Design
Using Belonging in Learning Experience Design YouTube video by Neil Cunningham

Today’s L&D Learning Experience Design Tip looks atΒ belonging and why thinking about this can improve engagement with your learning experiences.

www.youtube.com/shorts/b5KaE...

#LearningAnddevelopment #LearningExerperienceDesign #Workshops #Training #Belonging #DEIB

14.01.2025 07:10 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Free L&D Webinars at alignlearndo.com/events

How L&D can support Racial Equity, Diversity and Inclusion programmes

Demystifying HR Analytics

Showcasing the Value and Impact of L&D Through Awards

Capturing Attention: The Key to Unlocking Effective Learning

L&D Data Storytelling

13.01.2025 08:36 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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2nd morning 5k this week.

Lovely way to start a Friday.

What’s your favourite way to start a Friday?

#Running #Winter #Motivatio

10.01.2025 08:40 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Neil John Cunningham on LinkedIn: Win The 3 Book Bundle The Align Learn Do Competition is back!Β To welcome in the New Year and as the most depressing day of the year approaches (apparently) I want to share a little…

I wrote a lot about how you can improve your L&D offering. Over on LI I’m running completion to win a copy of my three books.

Head over to find out more www.linkedin.com/posts/neiljo...

09.01.2025 08:56 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Do do run run, do do run run!

First run of the year. Cold, crisp and hard work, but lots of fun!

Motivation is to get is shape for a
Marathon.

What gets you motivated?

#Running #Motivation #Winter

08.01.2025 10:15 πŸ‘ 9 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Neil John Cunningham on LinkedIn: #learninganddevelopment #learningexerperiencedesign #workshops #training… Last year I asked which of four areas you’d like me to look at and share my thoughts on. The winner was Creating Great Learning Experiences. I’ve broken this…

Today’s L&D Learning Experience Design Tip looks at accessibility and how by thinking about this can improve engagement with your learning experiences, workshops and training

www.linkedin.com/posts/neiljo...

#LearningAndDevelopment #Workshops #Training #Acessibility

07.01.2025 07:39 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Hello! Give me a πŸ‘‹ if you, like me, are working today.

Want to stretch your L&D muscles one last time? Want to do help pass the time. While I tie up a few loose ends, ask me anything about L&D and I’ll reply.

#AskMeAnything #LastDay #Christmas2025 #LearningAndDevelopment

23.12.2024 07:05 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Have you ever asked why you need to measure the effectiveness of your L&D offering?

In this L&D consultancy tip I take you 3 reason why asking and answring this question will help your L&D offering been seen as a must have part of your business strategy.

#LearningAndDevelopment #DataStorytelling

17.12.2024 09:21 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Neil John Cunningham on LinkedIn: #learninganddevelopment #poepleandculture #colleagueengagement Struggling to get your people engaged with your L&D offering or a specific programme? Here’s three things to consider - The Vision The Solution The…

Struggling to get your people engaged with your L&D offering or a specific programme?

Here’s three things to consider -

The Vision
The Solution
The Logic

In this L&D tip, I run you through my 3-step trick to help people engage with your L&D offering.

www.linkedin.com/posts/neiljo...

10.12.2024 09:11 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0