October 10, 2025

ELECTRIC Conversations: The OCM Introduces a Revolutionary Blended Learning Approach for Managers and Leaders

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In a world where effective communication is critical to business success, The OCM has launched ELECTRIC Conversations, an innovative AI-powered coaching programme designed to transform leadership communication. Developed in collaboration with AI specialists Guru Now, the programme blends traditional coaching techniques with cutting-edge artificial intelligence to equip leaders with the skills needed to drive engagement, productivity, and team development.

Bridging the Communication Gap in Leadership

Recent research from Harvard Business Review and Gartner underscores a major workplace challenge—only 47% of employees feel they derive value from conversations with their managers, and ineffective leadership communication is a key factor in management failures. ELECTRIC Conversations provides a solution by allowing leaders to refine their skills in a structured, feedback-driven environment.

How the Programme Works

ELECTRIC Conversations integrates interactive workshops with AI-powered simulations, enabling leaders to practice real-world scenarios with AI-driven avatars. The AI provides instant feedback and performance scoring, allowing participants to refine their communication techniques and build confidence in handling complex workplace discussions.

“This programme offers a truly transformational learning experience,” said Ed Parsloe, CEO of The OCM. “By leveraging AI alongside expert coaching, we’re ensuring that managers can develop the conversational skills needed to create positive, high-performing workplace cultures.”

The Benefits of ELECTRIC Conversations

  • Master Core Coaching Techniques – Enhance skills in active listening, performance management, and delivering constructive feedback.
  • Improve Real-World Leadership Conversations – Practice coaching techniques in AI-driven, real-time workplace scenarios.
  • Sustain Long-Term Learning & Growth – Immediate AI feedback reinforces skill development and ensures retention.

By combining AI with expert-led coaching, ELECTRIC Conversations empowers leaders to develop practical, impactful communication strategies that drive team success.

For more details, visit: www.theocm.co.uk.

About The OCM

With over 25 years of experience, The OCM is a leader in coaching and mentoring. Our world-class services and consultancy support organisations and deliver individual accredited apprenticeships, qualifications, and training.

OCM APPRENTICESHIPS is a dedicated main provider of apprenticeships, specifically the Level 5 Coaching Professional and the Level 4 Learning and Skills Mentor. Our team helps clients maximize the use of their apprenticeship levy by developing coaching and mentoring capabilities to support their strategic objectives.

OCM DISCOVERY Consultancy Solutions supports senior leaders to drive change, maximize potential, and build stronger, more resilient teams and individuals. We recognize the impact people have on achieving strategic business objectives and use our expertise to support corporate strategy.

OCM ENABLE partners with clients to deliver creative, pragmatic coaching and mentoring solutions. We help build and sustain authentic, effective leadership and collaborative teams through great coach-mentoring.

OCM EDUCATE develops individuals’ coaching and mentoring expertise. As trusted experts, we provide market-leading flexible accredited qualifications and support for those developing as coaches, mentors, and supervisors, using the latest technology to deliver engaging remote and digital learning experiences.