Soft skills key to the evolving workplace, survey finds

Amid tech advances, human skills like communication, problem solving and time management remain valuable, according to various reports.

By Ginger Christ • Aug. 18, 2023

AI adoption hinges on reskilling, IBM research finds

Companies anticipate augmenting rather than replacing workers with generative AI tools, especially in procurement, finance and risk and compliance.

By Matt Ashare • Aug. 16, 2023

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Top trends in employee development

The pandemic pushed some HR initiatives to the back burner, but employee development may be more important than ever.

By HR Dive staff

Business leaders bemoan new grads’ work ethic

Recent grads may not have the same work ethic as seasoned execs, but smart organizations understand their strengths, a strategist said.

By Laurel Kalser • Aug. 10, 2023

Denny’s launches employee career development program

Different options offer pathways for GED accreditation as well as life skill training and college credit, according to the company.

By Carolyn Crist • Aug. 8, 2023

How the southeast US is preparing a battery manufacturing talent pipeline

As states welcome new factories from companies like SK On and Hyundai, governments and universities are ramping up workforce development programs to provide needed workers.

By Sakshi Udavant • Aug. 7, 2023

What makes an internship program shine? Meaningful work and flexibility.

Yello’s list of top 100 internship programs for 2023 showcased why such experiences remain a key part of recruiting fresh talent.

By Kathryn Moody • Aug. 1, 2023

Pennsylvania puts up $400M to address upskilling in construction industry

The program provides contractors up to $40,000 for each eligible newly trained worker and is a case study in viable talent shortage solutions.

By Zachary Phillips • Aug. 1, 2023

White House looks to close massive cyber skills gap

The Biden administration is moving to address a yearslong shortage of qualified IT security and technology industry workers.

By David Jones • Aug. 1, 2023

Upskilling may be the answer to hiring and engagement woes

Nearly a quarter of U.S. employers say they're facing a major skills gap in their company, according to a Salary.com report.

By Carolyn Crist • July 28, 2023

Walmart partners with Khan Academy on financial literacy course for employees

The free virtual course includes training on personal finance skills and financial wellness, which have been in demand by employees generally.

By Carolyn Crist • July 27, 2023

Pardon me: Nearly half of companies offer worker etiquette classes

Companies are requiring classes on professionalism to new grads and experienced employees alike.

By Ginger Christ • July 25, 2023

How the restaurant industry is leading the skills-based revolution

The industry’s skills-based culture is about more than ethos, writes David Faro of the National Restaurant Association.

By David Faro • July 25, 2023

US workers report anxiety and stress over unprepared first-time managers

In many cases, the unpreparedness is due to lack of training and upskilling, a new report indicates.

By Carolyn Crist • July 24, 2023

Engaging Gen Z in the workplace in 2023 and beyond

Gen Zers grew up amid economic uncertainty and a global pandemic, but they are eager to learn. These are strategies to better connect with this growing segment of the workforce.

July 24, 2023

Want to reduce sick days? Offer mental health training, researchers say

Providing mental health-focused L&D to all employees can cut through stigma and allow workers to care for themselves and fellow colleagues.

By Carolyn Crist • July 21, 2023

Enrollment in Meijer’s education benefits ‘doubled’ since becoming tuition free

Education benefits strategy has evolved in recent years, experts previously said, with many shifting to a direct billing model to ease access for employees.

By Kathryn Moody • July 20, 2023

In the AI age, ‘human’ skills remain in-demand

Originality and problem solving are among the most desired cognitive skills, TalentLMS researchers said.

By Carolyn Christ • July 18, 2023

Many workers lack access, understanding of continuous upskilling

Cross-sector cooperation could help build opportunities for skills development, a new report indicates.

By Carolyn Crist • July 18, 2023

Despite AI optimism, workers lack relevant skills — and expect employers to help

Around two-thirds of workers surveyed by Salesforce said they expect their employer to train them on generative AI — and just as many said their employer does not do so.

By Kathryn Moody • July 12, 2023

Bipartisan bill aims to update old apprenticeship law for a new economy

The legislation seeks to ease access to the Registered Apprenticeship program by funding childcare and eldercare.

By Kathryn Moody • July 11, 2023

How federal workforce programs can leave some students without credentials

Federal law merely suggests that training providers confer a credential, but they are not required to do so, denying some participants an economic edge. 

By Christopher Mullin • July 10, 2023

New Microsoft AI initiative aims to upskill workers on critical tools

AI represents the third-highest priority for companies’ training strategies, alongside analytical and creative thinking, a Microsoft executive said.

By Laurel Kalser • July 5, 2023

Gen Z values education — but doesn’t think a four-year degree is the only option

A new survey found that high school students are weighing the time investment college requires as seriously as the financial investment.

By Laura Spitalniak • June 30, 2023

Job posts featuring skills attract more applicants, LinkedIn says

As more companies emphasize skills-based hiring, job posts that reflect those priorities draw more candidates.

By Carolyn Crist • June 28, 2023

Shaky economic conditions drive workers to seek upskilling, professional development

Employees say they’re particularly focused on filling skills gaps related to technological advancements.

By Carolyn Crist • June 27, 2023