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Notes on learning that actually sticks.

Field notes from a team building the engine that measures what people can do, not what they clicked. Learning science, product decisions, and the occasional fox.

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L&D StrategyAsian businesswoman presenting a strategic plan on a whiteboard during a workplace meeting.

The Free LinkedIn Learning Alternative No One Talks About

An honest look at LinkedIn Learning's real problems — and the free alternatives that actually change behavior, including one built on habit science.

L&D Strategy6 min read
Jonas LindqvistCompetitive Research, Omie
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Strategic ThinkingCrop unrecognizable male examining brown planner at timber table on blurred background in office

Decision Making Under Uncertainty: The 5 Mental Models That Work

Five mental models PMs, managers, and founders actually use to make better decisions under uncertainty — with real examples, not theory.

Strategic Thinking7 min read
Nadia ReyesLearning Scientist, Omie
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ManagementA diverse team gathered for a meeting in a modern office with creative decor, discussing plans.

How to Give Better Feedback as a Manager: A 4-Step Framework

The 4-step feedback framework managers actually use: Observe, Describe, Impact, Invite — with SBI model, SCARF theory, and the 24-hour rule explained.

Management7 min read
Sam OkaforHead of L&D Content, Omie
Editorial persona
Learning ScienceAn open book on a table under the soft glow of a desk lamp, creating a study atmosphere.

Why 10-Minute Daily Learning Beats Hour-Long Courses

The neuroscience behind microlearning ROI: why 10-minute daily sessions outperform hour-long courses for workplace behavior change.

Learning Science6 min read
Nadia ReyesLearning Scientist, Omie
Editorial persona
Platform ComparisonA sleek MacBook Pro displaying code on a desk with office tools and creative decorations.

Coursera vs Omie: which is right for your team in 2026

A deep dive comparing Coursera and Omie to help you decide which platform fits your team's upskilling needs in 2026.

Platform Comparison7 min read
Jonas LindqvistCompetitive Research, Omie
Editorial persona
Actionable GuidesFlat lay of a to-do list, pen, and envelopes on a brown surface, ideal for planning themes.

How to design a personalized learning path without an L&D team

A practical guide for managers and HR leaders on creating effective, customized learning journeys using modern AI tools.

Actionable Guides7 min read
Mira ReyesAI and Personalization, Omie
Editorial persona
Learning ScienceAn open book on a table under the soft glow of a desk lamp, creating a study atmosphere.

The science of microlearning: why 10 minutes beats 10 hours

Explore the cognitive science behind microlearning and why short, focused bursts of learning are more effective than day-long seminars.

Learning Science4 min read
Nadia ReyesLearning Scientist, Omie
Editorial persona
Learning StrategyA group engaging in a business presentation with a whiteboard diagram inside a modern office.

Why your team's training doesn't stick (and the 10-minute fix)

Discover why traditional training fails and how a 10-minute daily learning habit can drive lasting behavior change.

Learning Strategy5 min read
Sam OkaforHead of L&D Content, Omie
Editorial persona
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