Blurred

Blurred has integrated training and development into the core of its operations, emphasising its commitment to the personal growth and skill enhancement of its team. As part of this, the agency’s commitment to individualised growth plans allows employees to pursue their passions, having a positive impact on both themselves and the wider organisation. Regular coaching sessions support this, helping each team member face challenges and enhancing self-reflection, which is crucial for professional development.

Blurred’s learning culture is both structured and flexible, allowing for an adaptive learning environment that addresses the needs of its staff across various stages of their careers and lives.

This approach has been highly effective, as evidenced by overwhelmingly positive internal feedback (L&D provision received a 99 per cent positive response to statements such as “Blurred is helping me gain the skills I need to futureproof my career”). 

The agency’s ability to maintain a high level of engagement and satisfaction among its staff speaks volumes about its dedication to fostering a supportive and progressive workplace – and the agency’s culture of learning is exemplified by the fact that in 2024, it logged more than 1,000 hours of formal training, which alongside coaching averages 54 hours per person.

The judges praised the breadth and depth of Blurred’s training initiatives, especially in areas such as diversity, equity and inclusion, while its fortnightly coaching sessions were particularly applauded. The positive impact of these programmes on staff is clear, with high satisfaction rates and a strong culture of continuous learning and development evident throughout the organisation.

Judges comments: “The culture of continuous learning is well embedded and clearly measurable.”