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Celebrating Our Learners These Past Few Months A huge thank you to everyone who has stepped up this quarter  with Footstep Training! 🙌 Your dedication to learning, improving, and achieving your goals inspires us every day. Whether you’ve completed an ILM leadership programme, gained a teaching or assessing qualification, or advanced your coaching skills, your commitment shows what’s possible with focus and determination. Keep the Momentum Going Learning is a journey, not a d

Looking Ahead: Your Next Step in Professional Growth As another quarter wraps up, it’s the perfect time to reflect on your achievements and think about what’s next . Whether you’ve been developing your leadership skills, coaching others, or enhancing your teaching practice, Footstep Training is here to support your next move. Your Next Step Could Be: Coaching & Mentoring:  Equip yourself with ILM-accredited skills to inspire, guide, and develop your team. Leadership & Managem

How Coaching Transforms Organisations Coaching isn’t just about individual growth — its benefits extend across entire organisations. When leaders and managers adopt coaching skills, they create a ripple effect  that boosts performance, morale, and innovation. According to the International Coaching Federation , coaching delivers measurable improvements in: Employee performance:  Teams supported by coaching are more productive and motivated. Engagement & morale:  Coaching fost

Transforming Careers, One Learner at a Time At Footstep Training, we pride ourselves on helping learners take the next step in their careers through our ILM Level 5 Coaching & Mentoring course . But don’t just take our word for it — hear directly from those who have experienced the transformation: “This course changed how I lead my team – I’m more confident and effective.” Learners consistently report tangible benefits after completing our coaching and mentoring programmes: E

Practical Tips for Lifelong Learning Finding time for CPD can feel challenging, especially if you’re juggling work, family, or other commitments. The good news is that lifelong learning can be flexible, convenient, and tailored to your schedule. Here are practical strategies: Microlearning:  Short, focused learning sessions (5–15 minutes) allow you to absorb knowledge without disrupting your day. Learning Podcasts:  Listen while commuting, exercising, or during breaks to lear

Why CPD is Essential for Career Growth Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is more than a checkbox — it’s a commitment to keeping your knowledge, skills, and professional practice up to date. Whether you’re in education, leadership, or management, CPD ensures you remain confident, competent, and competitive in your career. CPD offers numerous benefits: Enhanced Expertise:  Stay current with sector developments, regulations, and best practices. Career Progression:  Emplo

Spotlight on Achievement At Footstep Training, we’re proud to celebrate every learner who has taken the step to enhance their skills, grow their career, or achieve a personal milestone. 🎓 Whether you’ve completed a teaching qualification, leadership programme, or assessment course, your dedication deserves recognition. Our learners inspire us every day — from developing confident new teachers to shaping future leaders. Their success shows what’s possible with commitment, gui

Why Staying Informed Matters for Education Professionals The education sector is constantly evolving, and keeping up with trends, policy changes, and workforce demands is essential for anyone looking to progress their career. Demand for qualified teachers and assessors  continues to rise, with government and industry reports highlighting skill shortages in key areas such as STEM, SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities), and vocational education. ( FE Week ) Being pr

Why Change Leadership Matters Change is a constant in today’s business world — whether it’s technological innovation, organisational restructuring, or market disruption. Leaders who can navigate change with resilience and clarity make the difference between teams that thrive and teams that struggle. Effective change leadership involves: Communicating vision and purpose clearly Supporting employees through uncertainty Making data-informed decisions while staying adaptable Main

Why a Growth Mindset Matters in Leadership In today’s fast-paced workplace, the ability to adapt, learn, and embrace challenges separates good leaders from great ones. A growth mindset  — the belief that abilities and intelligence can be developed through dedication, learning, and effort — is a crucial driver of leadership success. Research by psychologist Carol Dweck shows that individuals with a growth mindset: View challenges as opportunities rather than threats Persist in