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The Future of Leadership and Learning: A Conversation with Blanchard’s 2026 HR and L&D Trends Team

With the 2026 HR and L&D Trends Survey now open through November 16, I sat down with two of the minds behind the research: David Witt, Research Partner and Director of Content Marketing at Blanchard; and Dr. Jay Campbell, Principal Researcher and Chief Product Officer. Together, they shared insights into why this year’s study is so pivotal, what they’re curious to learn, and why professionals across HR, L&D, and executive functions should take part before the survey closes.

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Dec Blanchard Webinar
 

Complimentary Webinar – December 3

2026 HR & L&D Trends—A Look at the Year Ahead

Be the first to hear what HR and L&D leaders polled in Blanchard’s 2026 HR and L&D Trends Survey are saying about the coming year.

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Nov Blanchard Podcast
 

Podcast

Humane Leadership with Marcel Schwantes

Author Marcel Schwantes shares five principles of effective leadership from his book, Humane Leadership: Lead with Radical Love, Be a Kick-Ass Boss. Learn how leaders can transform organizations by embracing genuine care for their people.

 
 
 
 
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From Our Blog

When AI Becomes Volume, Not Value

As AI tools become widespread, we’re seeing emails, research, reports, slide decks, etc., that look polished but don’t move anything forward. That’s a problem, says Chief Innovation Officer Britney Cole.

 
 
 

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