The Alchemist Blog

Well-made, practically-focused e-learning remains a vital development tool, especially in our increasingly digital world.

The need for continuous learning has never been greater than it is today. Businesses recognise that traditional in-person training...

In today's fast-changing business environment, the need for continuous improvement and development among employees has never been more important. Employee growth should never really have been just a nice-to-have; but for some time now it has been a critical element to drive a business’s success - an element that too many businesses still ignore to their cost.

In today's fast-paced and constantly evolving world, professional development is more important than ever. It's not enough to just have...

In today's fast-paced world, businesses are increasingly leaning toward digital training solutions to enhance their people’s skills...

In today's fast-paced work environment, the demand for continuous learning and skill enhancement cannot be overstated. Traditional...

In today's fast-paced business landscape, the success of any organization hinges on the skills and knowledge of its workforce. Companies...

Effective communication is crucial in today’s fast-paced and interconnected business world. Whether you're collaborating with colleagues...

When we first started designing I Want to Start Coaching at Work, we knew one thing for certain: we didn’t want it to be just another course you use and forget. Coaching is a skill — and like any skill, it’s something you develop through practice. Real, honest, slightly awkward, and ultimately rewarding practice. That’s why we’ve taken our time before adding AI roleplay to our courses. We didn’t want a flashy gimmick or a 'tick the innovation box' feature. We wanted somethin

If you’re stepping into a leadership role, you may feel pressure to already know how to lead. You're not alone in this experience. Many new managers, team leaders, and supervisors face similar feelings. When promotions occur, expectations soar. Learning to lead can quickly become something you must fit into your busy schedule.

The importance of coaching at work as a leadership skill.

Today’s the day - Our new coaching e-learning course, 'The Power Playbook: Supercharge Your Coaching at Work', launched today! Today’s...

New e-course, The Power Playbook: Supercharge Your Coaching at Work ready to commence Alpha testing! Launches in early 2025.

Yesterday, when I reposted about why criticising a previous job holder was a bad idea I jokingly added on one of my reposts ‘This repost...

Starting a new role can be exciting (and a little nerve-wracking!). But if you’ve taken over from someone who left, was fired, or moved...

Throwback to the 1970s: Me at c3 years old, staring into space, probably wondering what the future holds (or possibly where the loos...

Transitioning into a leadership role can be challenging, especially when you’re used to doing everything yourself. But leadership isn’t...

Covey ’s simple observation cuts to the heart of one of the most essential skills for any manager: active listening . Many new and...

Agatha Christie is known for her intricate plots and deep understanding of human nature. But did you know her work holds great lessons...

We’re delighted to have reached another milestone today with the full launch of our fantastic online course for new and aspiring managers.