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21 January 2025
The Illusion of the Inspiring Workshop
Discover why the 'one-and-done' workshop approach might be holding back your organization's change initiatives. Drawing from real client experiences and research on spaced practice, Patrick Kayton reveals why sustained activation programs are crucial for successful GenAI adoption and meaningful workplace transformation. 
4 October 2024
Boosting Microsoft Copilot Adoption: Transformation through Practical Guidance and Community Engagement
Learn how to increase Copilot for Microsoft 365 adoption through practical guidance, real-world examples, and fostering a community of practice.
5 September 2024
Accelerating Transformation: How to Activate Change at Speed Using Behavioral Tactics
Discover how to drive rapid change with behavioral tactics. Learn about actions that can boost transformation outcomes by as much as 400% in just four weeks.
23 February 2024
How do you shape a GenAI mindset?
To realise the value of GenAI it's not enough to create experiences that build adoption. Organizations should also focus on developing a GenAI mindset.
19 October 2023
ChatGPT - What you should do next
As the conversation around ChatGPT reaches new heights, organizations are seeking ways to adopt this tool safely and ethically. Our Chief Strategy Officer, Colin Sloman, delves into how Cognician can assist in this vital transition.
18 July 2023
Change Made Easy
In his thought-provoking blog post, our Chief Strategy Officer, Colin Sloman, explores the complexities of change and offers insights on how to simplify it. Drawing from his expertise in change management, transformational change, and behavioral science, Colin shares compelling stories of both failures and successes. He examines the evolution of change and its ongoing impact on organizations.
17 March 2023
It's as Simple as A, B, ... (and C)
"How do you know when real change has occurred?" This is a question our Chief Strategy Officer, Colin Sloman, has asked many times. Colin shares his thoughts on using A/B Testing and data to deliver meaningful results that track change in large organizations.
24 January 2023
Change Is a Doing Sport
In the realm of organizational change, practice is the key to progress, making change an active endeavor. Colin Sloman suggests that true learning involves more than just acquiring knowledge—it requires understanding, reflecting, and practicing to create lasting change.
13 December 2022
2020s, the Coming of Age of HR. No, Really!
As we enter the new decade, Human Resources is poised to undergo a significant transformation. Colin Sloman explores the future 'Decade of HR', focusing on the shift from administrative functions to talent management, recruitment, and retention. What does today's workforce need, and how will HR address these requirements moving forward?
15 November 2022
Cloud Adoption: Change Their Behavior or Change Your Mind
Change begins with planning and processes, but its success hinges on people.
Colin Sloman examines what is essential for individuals to adapt to and embrace cloud technology migration.
25 October 2022
Delivering Transformative Change – Engaging One Mind at a Time
Is transformative change just another buzzword losing its buzz? Colin Sloman discusses how transformative change becomes more than just a phrase, but a reality.
6 September 2022
Change Hearts, Minds, and Actions Through Activation. Here's How:
Cognician co-founder Patrick Kayton discusses our unique approach to behavior change. And how it can improve your change initiatives.
18 August 2022
Hybrid Workplace Success: Empowering Leaders for the Future
Hybrid working is the future. It's crucial to equip leaders to get it right. Colin Sloman discusses how Cognician can help.
15 February 2022
Three Ways Mentoring Can Activate Teams Success [For Leaders]
How do you become an effective mentor to your team? This article discusses three actions you can take as a leader.
28 December 2021
Does Social Interaction Improve Learning Outcomes?
We review the work of Zhang et al. (2017) to show that social engagement is vital in completing online learning programs.
14 December 2021
The Powerful Role of Reflection in Activating Behavior Change
What is the best way to learn? This article explores the crucial importance of reflection in learning outcomes.
25 November 2021
How to Track the Impact of a Cybersecurity Training Program
Tracking the impact of a training program comes back to the fundamentals of learning: Does the program activate behavior change within your teams?
13 August 2021
What Makes a Leader Successful at Activating Change?
It takes a great leader to change behaviors in any organization. But what are the qualities of a leader who successfully activates change?
6 July 2021 | Feature
What Are the Three Steps to Successful Behavior Change?
Successful behavior change can be simple, if done correctly. Here, we cover three steps needed to activate behavior change.
1 April 2021 | Opinion Piece
Why Manners are Key to Driving Change at Work
Manners play an important role in building trust, and trust is instrumental when it comes to driving behavior change at work.
24 March 2021 | Expert Q&A
The Quest for Change: Why Replicating Excellence is Key
When it comes to behavior change, should you be fixing issues or trying to replicate success? Find out in this Q&A with Dr Mark Houghton.