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European Day of Languages
Language is a structured form of communication that uses words and expressions by a group of people in a particular region or country. Language is a... Read More
Alison Publisher Spotlight: SFA
We all dream of achieving financial freedom. This looks different to everyone. The common factor is that we all want to have the financial means to... Read More
Hope for Girls & Women
Women are nurturers and symbols of strength, dignity, and wisdom. Women are taking up space, breaking barriers, and cementing their place as capable... Read More
How to Recognise Fraud
Alison has issued a warning to the public to watch out for the latest online scams. As a global education platform catering for millions of... Read More
The Best Alison Affiliate Marketing Courses
Anyone can sign up to become an Alison affiliate. It’s free, simple, and easy to do. Getting the most out of the affiliate programme needs a bit... Read More
Top 10 Resumé Do’s and Don’ts
You’ve been job hunting for a while. You’ve sent out hundreds of resumés but you’ve only received a handful of callbacks from the companies you... Read More
The STAR Interview Method for Success
Interviews. The dreaded 45-minutes Q&A that stands between you and moving up the ladder or successfully making that career switch. They are... Read More
The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly of Cover Letters
Applying for jobs can be an arduous process. One way to get noticed by recruiters and hiring managers is by presenting a professionally crafted... Read More
The Arts of Homeschooling
One of the biggest decisions you’ll make as a parent is deciding to homeschool your children instead of sending them to a private or a traditional... Read More
Alison Publisher Spotlight: Leigh Faulkner
As a learner, being in the classroom opens your world up to a world of knowledge, new ideas, information, and more. As a teacher, you carry the... Read More
What Every Affiliate Needs to Succeed
Affiliate marketing is a thriving business. Forbes estimated that it grew from $9.7 billion in 2020 to almost $14 billion in 2021. If you have an... Read More
Industry Corner: Social Work
Every profession is known by its mission and leaves a mark on those it serves. One field that’s designed to meet the needs, enhance people’s... Read More
Building Confidence In The Workplace
Trust. Conviction. Self-belief. Reliance. Self-assurance. Certainty. Faith. These are just some of the words used to try and capture the essence of... Read More
Employee to Employer – Transferable Skills For Success
Leaving a stable environment to open a business requires faith, time, money, energy, and investment to become successful. But you’ve done the... Read More
Survival Tips For Your New Job
New company. New position. New challenges. A dream come true. Very few things come close to the excitement that comes with starting your new ideal... Read More
Tips To Get Your Business Off The Ground
Making the leap from employee to employer is no small feat. It’s a big step. You’ve invested money, time, and energy into your new venture.... Read More
Learn & Earn: Become an Alison Affiliate and Share Your Success
We often read how upskilling yourself is one of the best ways to advance your career and improve your monthly income. Every so often, we find... Read More
Alison Publisher Spotlight Interview – Sharon Bolt
A dog is a man’s best friend. These family-friendly four-legged pets are incredible creatures that can reduce stress, play, encourage exercise, and... Read More
Social Media Etiquette: Do’s and Don’ts For Business
Social media is an inescapable part of modern life, with over 150 active platforms and more than 3 billion daily users. Whether you’re a... Read More
The Great Working From Home Vs Office Debate
After a whirlwind two years in a global pandemic, things are slowly getting back to “normal”. Countries have reopened their borders to visitors,... Read MoreFeatured Posts
What is a Content Library? Main Features and Applications
September 5, 2025
In today’s workplaces, knowledge is abundant but often disorganised. Employees lose hours searching for resources scattered across email threads, shar...Read More
Gamification in the Workplace: Real Results from 56K+ Learners
August 15, 2025
Employee engagement isn’t just important; it’s vital. In today’s world of fast change and hybrid work, organisations must prioritise engagement to...Read More
Gamified Learning: How Organisations Can Boost Learning Engagement by 25%
August 12, 2025
Disengaged learners cost organisations millions in lost productivity, higher turnover, and stalled capability growth. According to Gallup, employee dise...Read More
How to Build a Daily Learning Habit (And Actually Stick to It)
August 11, 2025
We all want to learn more, grow faster, and keep upskilling. But let’s be honest, building a consistent learning habit is tough. Life gets busy, motiv...Read More
New Feature: Stay on Top of Your Mental Health with Regular Check-Ins
July 29, 2025
Work isn’t what it used to be. Roles are shifting, expectations are rising, and stress is showing up in new and unfamiliar ways. Now more than ever, i...Read More
Assessments: Identifying High-Potential Employees
June 6, 2025
It is a truth universally acknowledged that organisations must invest in their people to enable growth. Identifying and upskilling future leaders is cen...Read MorePopular Posts
Alison Learner Spotlight: Meet Gloria Alado
June 15, 2022
“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you will go.” – Dr Seuss If we’re honest, s...Read More
Disaster Management: Be Part of the Solution
January 15, 2025
Disasters can strike unexpectedly, but many are predictable. Would you know what to do in a crisis like a wildfire or flood? Whether natural or man-made...Read More
Alison vs Coursera and Udemy
February 17, 2025
Why Pay to Upskill When You Can Learn for Free? Thinking about advancing your career with online courses? Platforms like Coursera and Udemy claim to off...Read More
Teaching: A Noble Profession
October 5, 2023
Teachers teach all other professions. This is why teaching is considered by many people as the noblest of all professions. Teaching moulds the minds of ...Read More
John Taylor: “Alison is a truly powerful enabler.”
November 20, 2020
John Taylor is an Alison Graduate who managed a miraculous career change in just a few months thanks to Alison’s free online learning. By upskilli...Read More
Meet the African Businesses Hiring Alison’s Graduates
March 22, 2024
Looking for a job in Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa or beyond? Discover how millions of Alison graduates across Africa have leveraged their certifications...Read More