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The 2026 L&D Manager’s Playbook

Harnessing AI for Impactful Growth
What You’ll Get from This Playbook?
- A clear picture of L&D’s role in 2026
- A simple way to assess your AI readiness
- Clarity on skills that matter next
- A framework to focus your effort and energy
No jargon. No hype. Just direction.
What’s Inside (At a Glance)
The New Reality of L&D
Understand how AI, digital labor, and human-agent teams are reshaping learning and talent development.
A Quick AI-Readiness Check
Evaluate where you stand today as an L&D leader in an AI-first world – and identify gaps worth addressing.
Skills You’ll Need as an L&D Leader
See what it really takes to stay relevant and influential as AI becomes part of everyday work.
Focus Areas That Drive Impact
Identify your Categories of Improvement (COIs) – so you know exactly where to focus instead of trying to do everything.
From Thinking to Doing
Use the built-in action tracker to plan small, meaningful steps – month by month.
Who This Playbook Is For
- L&D managers and heads of learning
- Talent development leaders
- HR professionals shaping future skills
- Anyone responsible for learning strategy in an AI-driven organization
If learning is part of your job – and the future is part of your responsibility – this playbook is for you.
About the Author

Ayesha Habeeb Omer
COO & Co-Founder, CommLab India
Ayesha brings a business-first, leadership-driven perspective on the future of L&D – shaped by 25 years of working closely with organizations navigating change at scale.