November Learning Loupe - Edition 18 - WELCOME
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SSC Learning Loupe November Vibes
Theme of the Month
COVE
Resilience: Power through Peak! As we head into one of the busiest times of the year, November is a great moment to pause, reset and make sure we’re setting ourselves up for success. As November lights up with bonfires, sparklers and a little seasonal magic, we’re thinking about a different kind of spark: the resilience that helps us shine through peak. Resilience isn’t about pushing through at all costs. It’s about knowing what helps you stay at your best, recognising when you need to recharge, and using the people, tools and habits around you to navigate the busy moments. So, before peak gets into full swing, take a breath, get prepared and remember: you don’t have to do everything at once to do brilliant things.
Remember, remember there’s still lots to learn in November! Did You Know?
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A STONE OF LIGHT, JOY AND ARUNNANCE
Citrine
Novembers Jeweis Citrine It symbolises warmth, success, creativity, and joy.
BRINGS POSITIVITY
INSPIRE CONFIDENCE
Citrine’s golden glow is a reminder that resilience can create its own light. Like the stone, we can turn challenges into opportunities, carry warmth into busy moments, and keep moving forward with confidence, creativity and joy.
A FÖRSTER FROSTERITY
ENCOURAGES RAPSODERS
Witches Hats Winners!
Hidden Gems Spotlight
Thank you to everyone who entered our ‘Where’s the Witches Hat’ in our Spooktacular October edition of the Loupe. And the winners are... Jade Doolan, Kerryanne Scully, Neelam Mack, Kadeer Yasim. There were 10 hidden hats to find - one on each page of the Learning Loupe.
Every month we celebrate colleagues who shine through their learning journey. Nominate a colleague who has gone above and beyond in their learning this month for our Celebrate Success page. Reach out to: june.strong@signetjewelers.com
Living Our Values Straight Talk
Customers
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Own It
Lead Bravery
People First
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Inspire Academy Little Learning Gems
Little Gems BIG IMPACT
Small steps. Lasting change. A selection of short, focused courses to help
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you manage pressure and build resilience as we head into peak.
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Boot Your Energy
Learn how to bounce back, keep going and stay positive through the busy periods.
Simple strategies to help you manage your energy, stay focused and feel your best.
Pressure & Stress
Building BuildingResilience Resilience
Wellbeing
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Practical tools to help you stay calm, focused and in control, no matter what comes your way.
Keep Your Focus
Supporter Each Oth
Peak Ready
Stay on track, manage We’re stronger together. Final tips and practical advice distractions and make the most of Reach out to june. Discover how to ask for support, Reach out to June. to help you feel prepared, to your timeStrong@signetjewelers.com when it matters most. and lift each other up. to share ideasstrong@signetjewelers.com schedule a discovery session. confident and in control.
schedule a discovery session with the Fashion Retail Time StealersAcademy.
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How To Ask For Help
The Pressure Curve
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Inspire Academy Excel in Excel!
Discover the New Excel Catalogue on Inspire Academy Excel questions come up all the time across the SSC, so we’ve built something just for you. Introducing our brand-new Excel learning catalogue on Inspire Academy, designed to support everyone, from beginners to advanced users.
What’s Included? Wh Whether ether you're just getting started or looking to sharpen your skills, there’s something for you: Excel essentials & navigation Formulas & functions (basic to advanced) Data analysis & pivot tables Charts & visualisation tools Conditional formatting & data cleaning Sorting, filtering & advanced data tools Time-saving tips, tricks & shortcuts …and much more. LEVEL 4
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Get Started Today Head over to Inspire Academy and explore the Excel catalogue catalogue.. Learn at your own pace. Build confidence. Save time. Reach out to June. Strong@signetjewelers.com to schedule a discovery session with the Fashion Retail Academy.
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Career Development Aspire. Learn. Lead. Inspirational Question
💭 “What do you want your future self to thank you for?” Development Aspirations
Stretch & Potential
Think about the skills, experiences and support that will help you move forward.
Choose one challenge that will stretch you, build confidence and unlock your potential.
Example: Build confidence in presenting, learn a new system, or seek feedback from a mentor.
Example: Lead a project, take on a new responsibility, or share your expertise with others.
Aspire Career Development Programme 2027 - Its your move! If this feels like your next step – it probably is. Register your interest below:
Interested?
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Who do I call? Not Ghostbusters! Reach out to June Strong in the L&D team to arrange a call to discuss your Aspire options, its the smart move. june.strong@signetjewelers.com
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The 4 Aspire Career Development Pathways: What's your pathway?
LEAD
COACH
BROADEN
ELEVATE
Reach out to june. Reach out toSupport, June. coach, and Expand your knowledge, Deepen and qualify An individual contributor strong@signetjewelers.com to Strong@signetjewelers.com to skills and experience your valued expertise mentor others to grow, stepping up or moving to schedule a discovery session. schedule a discovery session and become a specialist across different areas of a leadership role seeking develop, and realise with the Fashion Retail in your field. the business. to inspire others. their true potential. Academy.
November Call to Action
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Could 2027 be your year to Aspire? If you’re ready to stretch yourself, explore your potential and keep growing, the Aspire Programme could be your next step. Sign up and invest in your future. learninganddevelopmentuk@signetjewelers.com
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Be Brilliant Apprenticeships Learning without Limits Apprenticeships are one of the most powerful ways to grow at Signet. They allow you to gain recognised qualifications while continuing to do the job you love. Whether you are looking to build leadership skills, deepen your expertise, or explore a completely new area, there is a pathway for you.
Apprenticeship of the Month
A remote learning approach with options to attend full day and half day group workshops approx. every 2-3 months. EPA Work-based project. presentation, Q&As, portfolio. and professional discussion.
Emma’s Apprenticeship Journey - HR Level 3 LEVEL 4
My CIPD Apprenticeship HR Level 3 journey has been a meaningful part of my professional development and has given me the confidence to grow within my HR career. Studying alongside my day-to-day role allowed me to apply what I was learning to real-life situations. Completing the qualification has expanded my knowledge and skills and despite difficulties at times fitting in the learning it has been totally worthwhile. out to and june.other colleagues, making the I have been really lucky amazing support from Reach my manager Reach outtotohave June. strong@signetjewelers.com to the opportunity to decision to consider further studying possible. I would encourage everyone given Strong@signetjewelers.com to schedule a discovery session. schedule a discovery undertake session an apprenticeship, to do it! EMMA SCANLON with the Fashion Retail Academy.
What’s so great about an apprenticeship? “An apprenticeship isn’t just about learning a job. It’s about discovering what you’re capable of.” Take Emma’s word for it!
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November Learning Challenge Lights, Camera, Action! As you read this edition of Learning Loupe, challenge yourself to take just one action step towards your development this month. Whether it's completing a learning module, exploring a new career pathway, seeking feedback, connecting with a mentor, or simply dedicating time to your own growth, every small action helps build your brilliance. Your November Challenge:
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Choose one learning goal, commit to it, and take your first step today. Remember, just like a diamond is shaped over time, meaningful growth happens through continuous learning, curiosity, and a willingness to embrace new opportunities. Polish your potential. Invest in your growth. Let your brilliance shine.
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✨ Your November Challenge:
Choose one learning goal, commit to it, and take your first step today
10 Learning Goals
10 Action Activities
6. Reflect on a recent success. 7. Practise a resilience strategy. 8. Read one inspiring book chapter. 9. Identify a personal strength. 10. Create a development plan.
6. Write down one learning insight. 7. Ask a colleague for support. 8. Try a different approach. 9. Recognise someone else’s progress. 10. Review what you have achieved.
1. Complete one learning module. 2. Explore a new career pathway. 3. Ask for feedback. 4. Connect with a mentor. 5. Build one new skill.
1. Choose one goal. 2. Schedule time to learn. 3. Take the first step today. 4. Share your progress. 5. Celebrate a small win.
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Top 10 Books on Resilience
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PEAK!
1 Grit — Angela Duckworth
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The Upside of Stress — Kelly McGonigal
2 Rising Strong — Brené Brown
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The Resilience Factor — Karen Reivich and Andrew Shatté
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The Gifts of Imperfection — Brené Brown
Reach out to June. Option B — Strong@signetjewelers.com to Grant 3 Sheryl Sandberg and Adam schedule a discovery session with the Fashion Retail Resilient — Rick Hanson 4 Academy. 5
The Obstacle Is the Way — Ryan Holiday
Reach out to june. strong@signetjewelers.com to — Man's Search for Meaning 8 a Viktor E. Franklsession. schedule discovery
10 The Comfort Book — Matt Haig
“Great things are shaped over time through curiosity, courage and continuous learning.” learninganddevelopmentuk@signetjewelers.com
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Keeping you in the Loupe We’ve got You! Discover What’s New in Learning There are more ways than ever to learn, grow and unlock your potential. Our evolving blended learning offer gives you the flexibility to develop in a way that works for you, combining face-to-face experiences, virtual learning, digital resources, coaching and practical workplace development. Alongside our Aspire Career Development Programmes and Be Brilliant Apprenticeships, we’re bringing you even more opportunities to develop through FranklinCovey programmes, Insights Discovery workshops and Blanchard SLII® leadership training. Whether you want to grow your confidence, strengthen your leadership skills, communicate with greater impact or take your career in a new direction, there’s something to help you make your next move.
✨ Your learning. Your growth. Your next opportunity. Where will you go next? Team Toolkit - Development Deep Dive
**Remember: Growth starts with a single conversation. learninganddevelopmentuk@signetjewelers.com
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Celebrating Success Signet Shout Outs!
Celebrating Signets Own Congratulations are in Order!
Emma Scanlon - The People Team Emma is our first Be Brilliant apprentice graduate of 2026 Congratulations Emma, it’s official you’re a star!
Kelly Williams - Meadowhall DSC
Jo Vernon DC, Craig Masters DC
- Kelly has been promoted to Master
Tom Ross DC, Nigel Rogers DC,
Jeweller, Adam Fripp - Facilities
Parveen Kumari DC, Anna Morris
who has started a L2 Maintenance
CC - The team are now at the final stages in their Level 3 Business Admin.
at the final stage of his Level 5 Dept
Its official, you’re all stars!
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Operative. Alan Cruse DSC, Alan is Mgr. (CMI) it’s official you’re both stars!
A welcome roll call to the following new Signet team members:
Reach out to june. Reach out to June. strong@signetjewelers.com to Strong@signetjewelers.com to Ray Khatum - Digital Team - Juniora Trading schedule discoveryManager session. schedule a discovery session with the Fashion Retail Academy. Freya Andrews - People Team - Recruitment Coordinator - (Formally - Ernest Jones - The Bullring) Ashley Addison - Digital - Head of Performance Marketing A huge well done to everyone who has embraced new learning this month! To everyone who has secured a promotion or secondment. Your curiosity, courage, and commitment to growth are what make this team shine. Every step forward—big or small—deserves to be celebrated. Keep sparkling!
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Just for Fun Inspirational Gems
Perfect for Peak As we build up to our busiest and most brilliant time of year, can you spot the positive development and action words that will help you thrive, not just survive, this festive season?
I am capable, calm and resilient. I take one step at a time, support my team and celebrate progress throughout peak season. learninganddevelopmentuk@ignetjewelers.com
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Wellbeing Recharge & Reset
Winter Watch Outs As the nights draw in and the temperatures drop, it is more important than ever to prioritise our wellbeing and look after ourselves. Although the nights are darker, let's focus on lighter thoughts... Winter can be a challenging season both emotionally and physically, but by making healthy choices and embedding positive habits into our daily routines, we can build our resilience and give ourselves a healthy boost. "Remember, the best version of you is the best version of you"
Top Tips to keep you Tip Top!
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Here are some simple ways to look after your winter wellbeing: Embrace the positives:
Make the most of the wonderful things winter has to offer and take time to recognise all the things you have to be grateful for.
Manage your stress:
Understand your stress triggers and develop healthy ways to manage pressure before it becomes overwhelming.
Soak up the sunlight:
Make the most of natural daylight whenever you can, as getting outside can help you feel more energised.
Spread a little kindness:
Look out for others, show compassion and find creative ways to stay connected, particularly with those who may be feeling lonely.
“Remember, we cannot always control the changing seasons, but we can take positive steps to look after ourselves and support our physical and mental wellbeing”
Head over to Inspire Academy for a series of mental health and wellbeing elearning modules. Stress in the workplace Looking After our mental Health Positive Mental Health at work Neurodiversity at work Menopause awareness Menopause Support Are you or someone you know experiencing the menopause transition? See our Menopause section with tools and resources to help you.
Healthy Living, Meditation and Desk Yoga These webinars have top tips, advice and information on day to day wellbeing.
The NHS and Retail Trust websites also have lots of helpful information on taking care of yourself.
Note to self: “Self-care isn’t a luxury; it’s an investment in your wellbeing, resilience, and ability to thrive.” learninganddevelopmentuk@signetjewelers.com