NEC Exhibition for learning and development professionals

For all those involved in providing learning, development and training in an organization, the World of Learning Exhibition may have something to offer. Taking place in the NEC Birmingham on October 2^nd and 3^rd, the exhibition runs alongside the World of Learning Conference. Areas covered by the exhibitors at the conference include blended learning, e-Learning, open & distance learning and psychometric testing. Training companies, suppliers, universities and HR professional bodies are all represented. Registration is free as are the series of seminars with topics including ‘Helping talent flourish’ and ‘360° feedback programs’. There area also a number of free live workshops at this exhibition for the L&D industry – celebrating its 20^th year. The workshops take place in the different learning areas from the Modern Life Skills Zone to the Leaders in Learning Zone. To register and for more information on the exhibition visit https://www.learnevents.com/index.php

Job interviews – don’t let them ask all the questions

You’ve spent time considering which questions may come at your interview but it’s worth taking some time to think about the questions you want to ask. In the Daily Telegraph, jobs editor, Louise Peacock, offers some advice. Firstly, this is not the time simply to ask about the money. At least don’t make it the first of the three questions that you should have prepared. If you think there may be more information that you could offer to share on your abilities try this one: ‘Is there anything you’d like me to clarify or explain in more detail?’ This open question allows both sides to clarify any misunderstanding or details. A further suggestion is ‘What do you see as the priorities for this job in the first three months?’ This allows you greater insight into the job and gives you a chance to express extra enthusiasm. For more of the suggested interview questions read more at http://jobs.telegraph.co.uk/article/3886109/questions-to-ask-at-interview/