Learning: Page 71
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Recruiting, developing talent from within is working, study says
Following a Career Framework strategy is delivering results, according to Mercer.
By Tom Starner • Dec. 22, 2015 -
How e-learning will continue to evolve in 2016
New delivery platforms and new attitudes about its impact on performance and productivity will affect e-learning in the new year.
By Tom Starner • Dec. 21, 2015 -
Trendline
Top trends in employee development
The pandemic pushed some HR initiatives to the back burner, but employee development may be more important than ever.
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Why enterprise learning is shifting from training to career development
Enterprise learning used to be about compliance training, with little to no expectation that an employee would know what else they could do with that experience.
By Tom Starner • Dec. 15, 2015 -
Deep Dive
The state of the performance review: 'Ineffective' but not going away yet
According to Towers Watson, roughly one in 10 employers is ditching performance ratings overall. But a majority agrees the programs need an overhaul.
By Tom Starner • Dec. 10, 2015 -
Young new hires desire a more formal training process
Findings from a new study may go against the newer L&D hype, which supports informal and social learning.
By Kathryn Moody • Dec. 8, 2015 -
How learning and development can directly impact the bottom line
From improved customer satisfaction to motivated sales teams, don't discount the power of L&D.
By Tom Starner • Dec. 7, 2015 -
Using 'sherpas' for an effective onboarding program
Employees of an Atlanta-area tech company helped new employees during the onboarding process with the innovative program.
By Tom Starner • Dec. 3, 2015 -
Marriott using SAP Jam in its learning strategy
Marriott is using the platform to drive learning and authenticity throughout the organization, according to Forbes.
By Tom Starner • Dec. 1, 2015 -
To create a strong L&D program, think like a millennial
Employers can improve learning and development programs by borrowing tools and concepts from today's millennial mindset.
By Tom Starner • Nov. 30, 2015 -
Online credentials still seen as risky, unregulated
Without standards, they don't yet hold much sway with employers -- but change may be on the horizon.
By Tom Starner • Nov. 19, 2015 -
Employers can use 'stretch' assignments to engage, support social good
Employers looking to boost engagement should consider external "stretch" assignments that also do good.
By Tom Starner • Nov. 16, 2015 -
Why cross-training may be a strong talent retention tool and skills gap strategy
The training technique can help provide developmental growth, reduce turnover and engage employees, according to an expert.
By Tom Starner • Nov. 9, 2015 -
Deep Dive
The top learning trends for 2016 and beyond
Learning is in a "golden age," according to the experts. Here's what's happening in the industry.
By Kathryn Moody • Oct. 29, 2015 -
Why blended learning should drive leadership development
A combo of several learning approaches can be an effective way to drive such a strategy, according to an expert.
By Tom Starner • Oct. 20, 2015 -
Deep Dive
How companies can encourage more women CEOs
Only two women made the latest Best Performing CEOs in the World list. One expert tells us what companies can do to change that.
By Kathryn Moody • Oct. 19, 2015 -
Gamification can transform learning, if used right
Gamification and training are starting to click, but it takes a well-designed, structured strategy for the combo to work.
By Tom Starner • Oct. 9, 2015 -
GE's rugged 'green beret' program grooms future leaders
The program, which sets up talented young employees for high-level positions, is so tough that only 2% get to the finish line.
By Tom Starner • Oct. 6, 2015 -
Bersin: Today's learning management sector facing disruption
HR Tech guru Josh Bersin says major changes are afoot in the world of learning management systems, as legacy platforms are ill-equipped to handle the onslaught of free material proliferating the digital world.
By Tom Starner • Sept. 29, 2015 -
Expert: Fall is a good time to enhance employee development
It may be time to go "back to school," says one expert.
By Tom Starner • Sept. 22, 2015 -
Learning company mergers signal huge shift in learning strategy
The traditional LMS is falling by the wayside, replaced instead with programs, apps or online tools that employees request.
By Kathryn Moody • Sept. 14, 2015 -
How to get the most out of your training programs
Money is wasted if you don't focus on business strategy as part of the training process, says one expert.
By Tom Starner • Sept. 2, 2015 -
Why employee development is key in a job seeker's market
Helping employees craft an individual development plan may be a good way to retain top talent.
By Tom Starner • Sept. 2, 2015 -
Spending on learning up 10% in an attempt to close growing skills gap
Spending on learning & development hit a double-digit increase for 2014, according to a recent research report.
By Tom Starner • Aug. 27, 2015 -
Glassdoor study: Highest CEO-to-median pay ratio is 1,951 to 1
Glassdoor, the jobs and recruiting site, collected "unique" data on employer compensation.
By Tom Starner • Aug. 27, 2015 -
Expert: Blended learning needs the right mix, new focus
Blended learning is evolving — tactics and technology must evolve with it, according to an expert in the field.
By Tom Starner • Aug. 21, 2015