Insights, Trends & Stories Shaping the Future of Training
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Elqo vs Articulate 360: Interactive Learning vs Course Authoring
Articulate 360 builds interactive courses from scratch. Elqo turns the training content you already have into interactive learning and measures per-learner comprehension. A side-by-side comparison for L&D teams.
9 Learners, 4 Weeks, One Dashboard: Inside Elqo's Human-Skills Development Pilot
We ran a four-week pilot to test whether you can give people personalised development, measure them improving, and run it all from one dashboard. Nine learners completed it. Average scores rose from 66.7 to 76.6, and every single one improved.
Case Study: Building Early-Career Communication Confidence in 4 Weeks
Four students and interns posted the largest percentage gains and most vivid real-world results in Elqo's pilot — a won debate final, an impromptu speech to 50+ peers, and a confidence breakthrough — each on a program built for their own goal.
Case Study: Developing Team Leaders' Communication in 4 Weeks
Two learners who run meetings and report up lifted their average score from 68.5 to 79.7 in four weeks — and led real meetings during the pilot with tighter, more confident, more structured delivery.
Case Study: Measurable Communication Gains for Client-Facing Roles in 4 Weeks
Three learners in client- and customer-facing roles lifted their average score from 69.5 to 78.5 in four weeks, with every one improving and the gains showing up in real client consults, sales role-plays, and team meetings.
AI and the Australian Graduate: What Career Centres Need to Know in 2026 and Beyond
AI is reshaping graduate hiring across Australia and New Zealand. Drawing on interviews with career-centre staff and national data, here's what's changing for entry-level roles — and what career centres can do about the widening communication gap.
How TEDx Speakers Actually Prepare for the Stage
Will Berry, Director of TEDxNewy, on what really separates speakers who freeze from speakers who flow — and why feeling ready matters less than feeling practised.
Does Practice Actually Improve Speaking? What 12,660 Sessions Tell Us
We tracked 1,033 Elqo users across 12,660 scored sessions. 64% improve over time, scores climb +19 points from session 1 to 30, and a survivor-bias-controlled cohort still gained +10.6 points after 20 sessions. The data on whether deliberate practice actually works.
Graduate Interview Skills: What Actually Matters in 2026
Only 30% of 2025 grads found full-time work in their field. Communication, structured storytelling, company research, AI literacy, and self-awareness — the five interview skills that decide who gets hired.
From Scared to Speak to Confident Speaker: A 3-Step Guide for Young Professionals
Most young professionals avoid speaking up at work — and pay for it in promotions, visibility, and influence. A practical 3-step guide to going from quietly capable to confidently heard.
Communication Training for Retail Frontline Staff: Why Most Retail L&D Misses the Conversation on the Floor
70% of consumers make purchasing decisions based on customer service quality, and 60% will leave after one bad interaction. Why communication is the most under-trained skill on the retail floor — and what L&D leaders at retail and staffing firms can do about it.
What 18,219 Speaking Sessions Taught Us About How People Actually Speak
We analysed 18,219 recordings from 3,221 Elqo users. Three habits stand out as the real bottlenecks: pacing (especially too slow), filler words, and visual delivery. Here's the data — and what we're doing about it.
The Speaking Training Gap: Why Most L&D Speaking Programs Don't Work
About 52% of organisations run public speaking training, but most do it as a one-day workshop that fades within weeks. The data on why event-based speaking training fails — and what an L&D practice infrastructure looks like.
Oral Assessment in Australian Schools: What the Data Says (And How Elqo Helps)
NAPLAN doesn't test speaking, but VCE and HSC English still mandate oral tasks. What the data says about oral assessment in Australian schools — and how Elqo helps.
Communication Tips for Early Hires and Grads in ANZ Workplaces
ANZ workplace culture is direct, informal, and low-hierarchy. Ten practical communication tips to help grads and early-career hires in Australia and New Zealand start strong.
Communication Skills for STEM Researchers: Why Technical Expertise Isn't Enough
Research that can't be communicated doesn't get funded, published, or applied. The six communication skills every STEM researcher needs and how to build them.
Communication Skills for Leaders: The 5-Minute Daily Practice That Compounds
Great leaders are great communicators. Discover a simple daily practice routine that builds executive presence, clarity, and influence over time.
Elqo vs Poised: Which AI Communication Coach Should You Use?
A direct comparison of Elqo and Poised — two AI communication tools with very different approaches. One helps you practice before the meeting, the other coaches you during it.
Elqo vs Yoodli vs Orai: Which AI Speaking Coach Is Right for You?
An honest comparison of the top AI speaking coaches. We break down features, pricing, and use cases to help you pick the right tool.
AI Presentation Coach: How AI Feedback Beats Practicing in Front of a Mirror
Mirrors can't tell you about your pacing or filler words. Learn how AI presentation coaches provide actionable feedback that actually improves your delivery.
Best AI Speaking Coach for Students: Free and Paid Options Compared
Students need affordable speaking practice. We compare free and paid AI speaking coaches designed for students, from class presentations to thesis defenses.
The Best AI Interview Practice App in 2026
Compare the top AI interview practice apps available in 2026. Find the right tool to rehearse answers, build confidence, and land your next role.
How to Prepare for a Job Interview: Practice Out Loud, Not Just in Your Head
Most interview prep is silent reading. Learn why practicing out loud transforms your performance, and how to simulate real interview pressure.
How to Practice Presentations Alone (and Get Real Feedback)
Discover effective methods to rehearse presentations by yourself and still get meaningful feedback. From recording techniques to AI coaching tools.
How to Overcome the Fear of Public Speaking (Glossophobia)
An estimated 73–77% of people fear public speaking. Learn evidence-based strategies to manage speech anxiety and build lasting confidence at the podium.
How to Reduce Filler Words: 7 Techniques That Actually Work
Learn proven techniques to eliminate um, uh, like, and other filler words from your speech. Science-backed strategies for clearer, more confident communication.
How to Improve Public Speaking: A Science-Backed Guide
A comprehensive, research-backed guide to becoming a better public speaker. Covers preparation, delivery, body language, and daily practice habits.