Learning & Development
Navigating the Arctic: Insights from the Lapland Arctic Ultra through the Lens of Emergenetics
Forever fascinated and inspired by the Antarctic explorers, who undertook some incredible journeys and suffered the worst possible hardships, I figured it was time to head for somewhere cold so I could, albeit it in a small way, experience life on the snow and ice. Cue the Lapland Arctic Ultra. 185 km of pulk (or…
Read MoreInspire Unlearning and Relearning in the Workplace
“The purpose of learning isn’t to affirm our beliefs; it’s to evolve our beliefs.” – Adam Grant, “Think Again: The Power of Knowing What You Don’t Know” The words “unlearning” and “relearning” have been quite popular in the professional development space for the last few years, especially in light of the increased use of artificial…
Read MoreAmplify 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…
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