Is it e-Learning or Learning?

I have had some interesting conversations with both consultants and corporate learning professionals about the meaning of e-learning.  Although it seems a lofty topic it is nonetheless quite practical given the growing interest and adoption of what many define as e-learning.   As the range of e-based learning options expands the definition of e-learning will be stretched as well.  The leading edge of the stretch may be tools included in the social media genre and tools such as Google Wave. But this still misses the point.  First we need to be very clear about our definition of learning.  Does it really matter what means the learner uses to access information?  I think many are more focused on the ‘e’ as opposed to ‘learning’.

The Small Business Mantra

I really appreciate the great ideas and support that I get from One Coach. In a recent teleconference, John Assaraf offered the following breakdown of how you should spend your time in your business.  These are now on my whiteboard as a constant reminder to keep me on track.

40% Revenue Generation

30% People Admin & Communication

20% Conversion of Prospects/Opportunities

10% Content Development

I readily admit my days were rarely in this proportion.  It is very easy to get sidetracked when you are responsible for so many aspects of a business.  Those of us running small, agile and entrepreneurial companies have our hands on the wheel of a Formula One car as opposed to working in a large corporate where we may be steering an oil tanker.

The Political Dilemma Facing Climate Change Action

The events of the past week culminating in the change of opposition leader in Australian Federal Politics. The challenges facing our world are so vast relating to climate change. The impacts strike at economics, health, environment, food supply, energy supply and basically the full matrix of the human condition.  There will be reaction to the need for fundamental change that will radically change the status quo- we have seen the first act of the play in Australia with elements of the conservative side of politics reacting against their understanding of proposed climate change legislation.  The conservatives cite loss of jobs, increased costs of living and lack of a level playing field among the developed nations.  This is only a sign of what is to come across the globe.  People will react to change- it is inevitable.  It is how the reaction is managed and whether we have time to engage in an educative process towards behavioural change.  I think not.  We need to be prepared for turmoil.