Employee onboarding has long been recognized as a pivotal process for organizations. However, with a notable shift to hybrid, remote-first, and globally distributed workforces, employee onboarding has become even more significant. Given the increasing complexity of the modern workplace, onboarding must be reimagined to truly integrate, motivate, and prepare new... more
Learners are the focal point of everything we do as learning and development (L&D) professionals. Oftentimes, our attention is placed on providing them with content that is relevant and engaging. While several of our most recent blogs have focused on ways we can make L&D easy for our learners, we... more
In an economy filled with rapid technological advancement, continuous learning is vital for both organizations and their employees. It has to be. A 2017 Deloitte report estimated a 5-year half-life for learned skills, and four years later, an IBM study estimated that the half-life for technical skills is closer to... more
The technology world changes fast: new platforms and devices are constantly being introduced, new tech companies become superstars overnight, and new cyberthreats are always making headlines. One thing that doesn’t change? The tech skills shortage. Finding and retaining tech talent has been an ongoing challenge for several years. According to... more
Every L&D professional wants their employees to see the value in training. With time being such a precious commodity in today’s workforce, learning paths provide opportunities for organizations to provide training that is personalized to meet their employees’ individual needs, while driving employee performance. Taking a strategic and scalable approach... more
In manufacturing, having a skilled workforce is essential for maintaining a competitive edge. Comprehensive training may improve productivity, mitigate safety and compliance issues, and boost workplace morale. However, providing training in an ever-evolving field like manufacturing can feel like a lofty task, especially since the stakes are high. While there... more
Neurodiversity Celebration Week is a time to recognize and celebrate the unique abilities and strengths of individuals with neurological differences. In recent years, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) have become important topics in the workplace. Including and celebrating neurodiversity is a central part of that conversation. What is neurodiversity? Neurodiversity is a concept that... more
Key Takeaways Training can help nonprofits address common challenges like staff burnout, legal compliance, cybersecurity risks, and limited resources. Choosing the rightLearning Management System (LMS) can empower nonprofit teams to access training anytime and anywhere, improving staff and volunteer alignment, morale, and adaptability. Integrating an LMS with existing tools streamlines... more
In the age of TikTok and ChatGPT, keeping learners engaged in their online training is more challenging than ever. To ensure ongoing participation and information retention, instructional designers don’t just need to create relevant and high-quality content, but they also have to optimize the delivery methods and formats of that... more
A strong sales onboarding program isn’t an easy thing to maintain. It’s lengthy, costly, and has to be updated regularly to accommodate the changing market. A recent report shows that it takes an average of 38 days and costs an average of $9,589 to onboard a salesperson. With that sort... more
