<p> Learning is central to the long-term success of any team and is far too important to dismiss or to relegate to a ''nice to do'' list. In<i> The Learning Imperative</i>,<i></i>bestselling authors Burns and Griffith explore the common barriers to effective learning and present a range of practical tools and strategies to help teams bring about and reap the benefits of a more positive culture around training and development.</p><p> Together they map out the key stages of the learning journey and provide a comprehensive guide for team leaders and managers who want to improve learning in their teams. They also share essential advice on the design and delivery of effective training programmes, and punctuate their instruction with a range of illuminating case studies drawn from real-life contexts across the public, private and third sectors.</p><p> The book has been split into three sections. Part I sets out why<i></i>creating and maintaining a learning team needs to be a high priority, a