Broadcast Learning & Development Conference 08, Oct 07, BAFTA

Had a more interesting time than expected at the Broadcast Learning & Development 08 conference in the swanky confines of BAFTA HQ (usual film types abound) on 195 Piccadilly yesterday. Bit trepidation as Learning and Development (or L&D as those in the profession call it) is a bit outside of my knowledge zone - thus the trip to this conference - the first of it’s kind to discuss issues around skills and training in the broadcast (primarily TV and radio) industries. It was jam-packered with HR and learning profs from places like BBC, ITV plus some indie people and a few freelancers. Generally they seem to be ‘nice ladies’ in their late 30s/40s who go into this line of work, and good on them because I believe in my own consultancy practice, and indeed my own professional development, you really can’t think enough about how you... [read full story]