L&D professionals often juggle multiple roles, expectations, and responsibilities. One of the most important distinctions to navigate is when to lead and when to facilitate. These two approaches aren’t interchangeable, and while both are essential, they serve different purposes. Whether you’re guiding a team through compliance training or supporting a... more
There’s much talk about the “extended enterprise” today. Folks are recognizing that links between suppliers, partners, customers, and other stakeholders extend business relationships beyond the traditional boundaries of the organization. Consequently, organizational responsibilities also extend those boundaries. One of the responsibilities that does so is learning and development (L&D). Your... more
The ADDIE process (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation) has long been a staple in instructional design. While some may consider it a traditional framework, ADDIE remains highly relevant in today’s digital learning environments. It provides a framework to support Learning & Development (L&D) professionals with bridging the gaps between... more
Learn how LaborMax Staffing used their Litmos LMS to refine their proprietary “Progressive Learning Model,” turning inconsistent training and high turnover into a high-impact culture of learning. In the fast-paced and often challenging world of staffing, consistency and engagement are paramount. LaborMax Staffing, a national staffing company founded in 2002,... more
There is a growing conversation about the distinction between managing learning and coaching for learning. Though these two roles may seem similar at first glance, they serve fundamentally different purposes and demand distinct mindsets and approaches. While management tends to focus on structure, process, and performance outcomes, coaching prioritizes individual... more
The theme of Mental Health Awareness Month in 2025 is “Turning Awareness into Action,” by encouraging individuals to prioritize their mental health by building resilience, managing challenges, and learning how to thrive. In the workplace, learning can be a powerful tool for raising awareness of mental health issues. Mental Health... more
Developing courses that motivate learners is a top priority for learning & development (L&D) professionals and instructional designers. When creating eLearning courses, the needs and goals of learners must be top of mind. However, understanding how to integrate these into the instructional design process can be challenging. That’s where the... more
The professional services sector has always been respected for its specialized knowledge. Law firms, consultants, accountants, architects, financial planners and so many other experts are essential to the business operations of every industry. When a business doesn’t have knowledge in-house or is making a big change, they bring in an... more
A mainstay of enterprise learning, the corporate academy, is entering the next phase of its evolution. Once relianton brick-and-mortar campuses, corporate academies boomed with the advent of online learning. Now they’re changing once again — with help from Artificial Intelligence (AI). What does an AI-enabled corporate academy look like? This... more
L&D professionals are increasingly expected to demonstrate the effectiveness of training initiatives and show how learning contributes to broader organizational goals. One of the most effective ways to meet these expectations is through the use of learning analytics. Learning analytics is the process of collecting, analyzing, and using data to... more
