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03/11/2026

What does workplace success look like for Early Careers talent today?

As organisations navigate increasingly intergenerational workplaces, helping interns, graduates, apprentices and trainees develop the right professional behaviours and expectations has never been more important.

Join us on the 2nd of December 2026 for an interactive virtual discussion designed for Talent, Early Careers and HR leaders. Hear from Ben Franklin (Cooley) and Jessica Leahey as they explore what resonates with Gen Z employees, share practical approaches to setting expectations, and discuss how organisations are building confidence, credibility and impact from day one.

You'll also experience our scenario-based learning approach in action and discover how realistic workplace situations can help emerging talent develop essential professional skills.

- 2 December 2026
- 9:00am ET | 2:00pm UK | 7:30pm IST
- Virtual | 75 minutes

Places are limited to keep the session interactive. Register today by clicking the link here: https://stepsdrama.com/early-career-conversations-for-hr-leaders-session-2-december-2026-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
and join the conversation about preparing the next generation of talent for success.

28/10/2026

The more capable AI becomes, the more valuable human skills become.

Yet many organisations are focusing heavily on adoption, automation and efficiency, while overlooking the behaviours and people skills that enable teams to work effectively together.

The organisations that thrive won't just be those that embrace AI.

They'll be the ones that help managers build trust, encourage critical thinking and lead teams through change.

Join us for our next open session, 'Team Dynamics in the Age of AI', with Stepper Elisa Criado and explore what effective leadership looks like in an AI-enabled workplace.

📅 4 November 2026
🕒 3:00pm UK / 10:00am ET
💻 Virtual | 90 minutes

Places are limited to ensure a personal, interactive experience, so register now to secure your place:

UKE/US - https://stepsdrama.com/teamdynamics-in-ageof-ai-us-uke-open-session-4-november-2026-2-2-2-2-2-2/
INDIA - https://stepsdrama.com/teamdynamicsin-age-of-ai-india-open-session-04-november-2026-2-2-2-2/

22/10/2026

What happens when one team member uses AI every day, while another avoids it completely?

As AI adoption grows, differences in confidence, capability and attitudes towards the technology are becoming more visible across teams.

For managers, this creates new leadership challenges around fairness, trust, performance expectations and employee support.

Join Stepper Elisa Criado for our upcoming session, 'Team Dynamics in the Age of AI', designed to help HR leaders equip managers with the skills and confidence to navigate these conversations effectively.

📅 4 November 2026
🕒 3:00pm UK / 10:00am ET
💻 Virtual | 90 minutes

Places are limited to ensure a personal, interactive experience, so register now to secure your place!

UKE/US Session: https://stepsdrama.com/teamdynamics-in-ageof-ai-us-uke-open-session-4-november-2026-2-2-2-2-2-2/
India session: https://stepsdrama.com/teamdynamicsin-age-of-ai-india-open-session-04-november-2026-2-2-2-2/

20/10/2026

Feedback is a business imperative.

When feedback is delayed, avoided or unclear, organisations feel the impact.

People understand the importance of feedback, but turning that knowledge into everyday behaviour is where many struggle.

That's why we've launched Fundamentals of Feedback.

A ready-to-go learning experience designed to help organisations build practical feedback skills that create real workplace behaviour change.

Through live drama, interactive facilitation and realistic workplace scenarios, participants don't just learn about feedback. They experience it, practise it and understand how to apply it in their day-to-day work.

The reality is simple:

No feedback → confusion and missed opportunities.

Effective feedback → better performance and healthier workplace cultures.

If you're looking for an easy-to-implement solution that equips your people with the skills to have meaningful performance conversations, we're here to help.

Visit our Fundamentals of Feedback webpage: www.stepsdrama.com/steps-fundamentals-of-feedback/

📅 Book a conversation with our team to learn more and get started with the Fundamentals of Feedback today!

15/10/2026

"AI is not good at replicating these aspects of our human reality."

That observation from our colleague Elisa Criado captures a challenge many organisations are facing right now.

As AI becomes increasingly embedded in the workplace, the conversation can't just be about tools, efficiency and automation.

It also needs to be about people.

The reality is that teams are adopting AI at different speeds. Some employees are enthusiastically experimenting, while others are approaching it with caution.

This creates new dynamics that managers must learn to navigate.

That's why we're hosting Team Dynamics in the Age of AI, a practical and interactive session for HR, L&D and People leaders exploring how managers can support teams with clarity, confidence and care as AI becomes part of everyday work.

In this 90-minute session, we'll discuss:

- Why AI adoption can create friction within teams
- How differing levels of confidence and curiosity shape team dynamics
- The ethical questions employees are raising about AI
- Creating psychologically safe spaces for discussion and learning
- Helping teams establish shared expectations and responsible AI practices

📅 4 November 2026

🌍 UK, Europe & US Session
🕒 3:00pm UK / 10:00am ET
https://stepsdrama.com/teamdynamics-in-ageof-ai-us-uke-open-session-4-november-2026-2-2-2-2-2-2/

🌏 India, Middle East & APAC Session
🕦 11:30am IST / 10:00am Dubai / 2:00pm Singapore / 5:00pm Sydney
https://stepsdrama.com/teamdynamicsin-age-of-ai-india-open-session-04-november-2026-2-2-2-2/

📌 Please ensure you register using the link relevant to your region and time zone.

Places are limited to maintain an interactive experience.

14/10/2026

We took to the streets to ask people this question:

"A team member regularly snaps at other people when they're under pressure. Would you speak up, or let it go?"

The answers weren't as straightforward as you might think.

Because workplace culture is shaped by the moments we choose to address, and the moments we choose to ignore.

Watch the video to hear what people had to say... and then ask yourself:

Would you speak up?

We'd love to hear your perspective. Comment below and tell us: would you speak up, or let it go?

09/10/2026

Bad morning? Or something more?

Sometimes the signs that someone might be struggling aren't obvious.

A colleague who's quieter than usual.
Someone who doesn't say hello back.
A change in behaviour that's easy to brush off as “they're probably just having a bad day.”

But what do we do when we notice?

This World Mental Health Day, we're thinking about the everyday workplace behaviours that can help create cultures where people feel supported.

That doesn't mean assuming we know what's wrong, pushing someone to talk, or trying to fix things ourselves. Sometimes it simply means noticing, checking in and giving someone the choice to talk.

Because creating a mentally healthy workplace isn't only about policies or awareness. It's also shaped by the small, human interactions we have with each other every day.

What would you do in this situation? Check in, give them space, or something else?

Let us know in the comments.

08/10/2026

AI might be evolving quickly, but our belief in the power of people isn’t going anywhere.

For over 30 years, creativity, connection and human-centred learning have been at the heart of Steps.

As AI becomes an increasingly important part of the world of work, we’re embracing the opportunities it brings while being thoughtful about where and how we use it.

For us, it’s not AI vs people. It’s about using technology where it can genuinely help so that our talented people have more space to do what they do best: create, connect, challenge and inspire.

On our AI at Steps page, you can explore our approach as well as download our AI whitepaper amongst other resources on AI in L&D, human connection and supporting people through AI-driven change.

Explore AI at Steps: https://stepsdrama.com/ai-at-steps/

07/10/2026

How is AI changing the dynamics within your teams?

As adoption grows, managers are navigating different levels of confidence, curiosity and caution, alongside new questions around trust, expectations and responsible use.

Join us for our next open session: 'Team Dynamics in the Age of AI', a practical, interactive session designed to help HR leaders equip managers to lead with clarity, confidence and care.

📅 4 November 2026
🕒 3:00pm UK / 10:00am ET
💻 Virtual | 90 minutes

Places are limited to ensure a personal, interactive experience, so register now to secure your place:https://stepsdrama.com/teamdynamics-in-ageof-ai-us-uke-open-session-4-november-2026-2-2-2-2-2-2/

01/10/2026

Being in the room isn’t the same as being heard.

This Black History Month, under the theme ‘Honouring Our Communities’, we’re reflecting on what it means to honour Black voices in the workplace.

Inclusion means considering whose ideas are listened to, whose perspectives influence decisions and who feels able to speak up and contribute.

So, take a moment to think about your own workplace:

- How many Black voices do you hear?
- Are those perspectives genuinely listened to and acted upon?
- And how representative is your organisation at every level?

Creating a more inclusive workplace isn’t just about policies or initiatives. Our everyday behaviours matter too.

Swipe through for some practical actions we can all take to help Black voices be heard, valued and recognised at work.

Then ask yourself: What’s one workplace behaviour you could change to help Black voices be heard and valued?

Let us know your thoughts in the comments!

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