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27 October 2016

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CIPD OD Conference reflections: What is OD?

Earlier this month I attended the CIPD Organisational Development (OD) Conference 2016. It was an insightful and interesting day. We heard from a variety of different speakers who were all...

15 September 2016

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The importance of preparing well

There are so many aspects to being a manager. In my work in leadership development, I see many of these practical managerial aspects need tackling and tackling well. It is...

27 July 2016

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Fiona McBride’s PLN

Wikipedia states a Personal Learning Network to be: ‘… an informal learning network that consists of the people a learner interacts with and derives knowledge from in a personal learning...

6 July 2016

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#LnDcowork: a year in

I arrange #LnDcowork with my colleague and friend, Michelle Parry-Slater. Michelle and I recently chatted about it as our one year anniversary came around. Here is Michelle kicking off our...

17 May 2016

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CIPD L&D Show 2016 – Reflection Blog

The CIPD’s Learning and Development Show is an annual event. It is the place to hear from inspiring speakers, suppliers in the world of learning solutions / technology and the...

3 May 2016

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My thoughts on getting the most from #CIPDLDShow 2016

I’m currently away.. on holiday.. in St Ives. It is a beautiful part of the UK, very peaceful and calm. I have lots of time this week to relax and...

8 January 2016

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Working Together #LnDcowork

Michelle and I have been working with other L&Ders on bringing like minded professionals together to co-work. Here’s a bit about how it’s gone so far…....

14 December 2015

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Advent Blog: Comet Tails and Coal Dust

[big_heading centered=”no”]Beyond Compare[/big_heading] I read blogs with awe.. how the blogs flow, the lovely style of the writing and journey they take me on is breathtaking. I have never felt...

1 October 2015

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Everyday Management with Skilful.co

Having spent time supporting new and existing managers to build their ‘Everyday Management’ skills I have worked with Skilful.co to create a resource for all new managers, and those wishing...

1 November 2014

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To Conference or UnConference.. That is the Question

So on Friday last week I attended my first UnConference. It was one of the best learning events I’ve attended in quite a while. The L&D Connect UnConference, Friday 31...

4 June 2014

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Almost famous

It has been a fun few weeks. You may have seen me on various CIPD promotional material… I have really enjoyed sharing what being a CIPD Chartered Member means to...

2 February 2014

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Growth Vouchers

Fiona McBride Consulting is recognised by the Growth Voucher Scheme as a supplier and advisor with whom you can spend your voucher....