Learning & Development
Amplify Learning & Development Success with Meaningful Metrics
Learning & Development (L&D) continues to receive more attention and funding as the C-suite seeks to address a number of workplace challenges from skills gaps and AI integration to organizational agility and employee engagement. In the next six months, 9 out of 10 global executives plan to either raise or maintain their investments in L&D. …
Read MoreIntroducing egElectives: Continuing Education for Emergenetics Practitioners
Emergenetics International has recently introduced egElectives, a curated collection of courses providing next-level learning opportunities for Emergenetics® practitioners looking to expand their skills. The classes empower attendees to use Thinking and Behavioral insights to help individuals, teams and organizations improve performance, overcome common challenges and achieve their objectives. To learn about the offering, I spoke…
Read MoreHelp Kids Learn About Perspective-Taking
Teaching young people life skills is one of the best things adults can do to prepare them to be successful. These capabilities enable kids to find their way while they’re young and in the future. The core life skills that everyone can begin to build capacity for in their youth are split into three categories: …
Read MoreWorkplace Culture in 2024
Organizational ecosystems are constantly evolving as new employees enter the workforce and external factors shape the needs and priorities of staff. The way that leaders adapt to the changes will have a significant impact on their ability to hire, engage and retain exceptional talent. To position a business for success, I encourage executives as well…
Read MoreTrending: Talent Development in 2024
As I look ahead to next year, 2024 has the potential to be an active one for learning professionals. Many projected business needs have direct connections to employee training. The future of learning is likely to impact most organizations – large and small. Big Picture Trends A few of the major trends effecting the way…
Read MoreEngage Your Employee Community to Unlock More Learning
Employees are discovering so much every day in every company. As the 70-20-10 model reveals, 70% of learning happens experientially on the job. When education occurs outside of a formal setting, it can take effort to broadly share the insights, so the information doesn’t always extend beyond the person involved, let alone their team. Imagine…
Read MoreEmbrace the Power of Rational and Intuitive Decision-Making
“Wisdom is intuitive reason combined with scientific knowledge.” – Aristotle When it comes to decision-making, do you tend to apply a more rational or intuitive approach? Research suggests that neither style is inherently more beneficial considering both logical evidence and gut feelings concurrently is what leads to successful strategic conclusions. To reap the benefits of…
Read MoreIncrease Employee Retention with Learning & Development
51% of employees across the globe are seeking new job opportunities. While it’s unlikely that half of a company’s staff members are going to leave in one year, this statistic might be a wake-up call for leaders and can serve as an important reminder that retention deserves serious attention. For businesses that are committed to…
Read MoreGet a 5-Star Review on Your Next Team Building Event
What thoughts come to mind when you hear the phrase: team building? If it’s anything like our recent LinkedIn poll, the results may be mixed. When I look at these percentages, I am optimistic that Learning & Development specialists, managers and training consultants can find ways to win over even the most skeptical participants and…
Read MoreHow Can Learning & Development Teams Become Strategic Partners?
The Learning & Development (L&D) function is on the rise in many organizations. Executives and leaders are increasingly recognizing the value of training in driving productivity, closing skills gaps and improving employee retention. Still, only 50% of L&D professionals report that they are working closely with executive leadership. While this statistic is trending upward from…
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