When I say the word “learning sabbatical,” what comes to mind? A professor taking a year off to write a book? A burned-out executive disappearing for months to trek through Nepal? While these traditional sabbaticals have their place, today’s most innovative organizations are reimagining this concept as something more accessible, strategic, and directly tied to […]

Picture a highly experienced sports medicine physician on the sidelines of a football game. In a split second, they need to assess an injured player, consider multiple environmental factors, weigh treatment options, and make critical decisions. What guides these rapid, nuanced judgments? More importantly, how can we help other physicians develop this same level of […]

Modern leaders use reflection as a powerful tool for learning and growth. Here are some practical tips and habits we recently learned about reflection from learning leaders in our network. JFK said “Leadership and learning are indispensable to each other,” and it turns out he was onto something. We recently gathered a group of learning […]

Over the last year, we talked with over 200 business leaders, and we’ve noticed some exciting learning trends in how organizations are thinking about growth and development. According to LinkedIn’s 2024 Workplace Learning Report, the required skillsets for modern work have changed by 25% since 2015, and this figure is expected to double by 2027. […]

Remember the last time you learned something that really stuck with you? Chances are, it wasn’t entirely comfortable. That’s because meaningful learning often happens right at the edge of our comfort zone – in that sweet spot where we’re challenged but not overwhelmed. The Magic of Managed Struggle As Erin mentions in her book, Learning […]

Ever wondered how to boost engagement in your learning strategies? At Desklight, we believe that learning should be a fierce, meaningful, and craveable experience. As a learner-centered instructional design company, we’ve seen firsthand how boosting engagement in your learning experiences can transform passive listeners into active participants. Today, we’re excited to share five simple yet […]

How do you teach a concept in a way that will lead to long-term knowledge retention? The same way you learned how to ride a bike! Keep reading to discover two things you should add to your learning experience so that no matter how much time passes, your learner can remember the content in a […]

Rather than constantly looking outward for thought leadership, have you thought about looking inward and empowering your own employees to share their knowledge and experiences? Many organizations overlook internal thought leaders. But looking internally for thought leadership fosters a culture of continuous learning and collaboration. Plus it ensures that the content you produce is highly […]