New Report

The State of L&D
for SMBs 2026

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    Here’s What You’ll Learn:

    • The real budget outlook for 2026
      Flat spend, rising expectations – and what SMB L&D teams are prioritising now.
    • How AI is reshaping L&D in practical, measurable ways
      From quick wins to confidence gaps – what’s hype vs. what’s actually working.
    • Why skills frameworks are accelerating (and where most teams get stuck)
      Data-backed insight into SMB maturity, momentum, and the next evolution of skills.
    • The blockers holding L&D back – and how high-performing teams break through
      Time poverty, ROI pressure, leadership capability: what the data really shows.
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    "This is the most honest picture of where SMB L&D actually stands in 2026 — not where we wish it was."

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    Fred Thompson
    Founder & CEO, Thirst