In today’s organizations, learning cannot be confined to a single training event or course. Employees acquire knowledge and skills through a combination of formal and informal learning, collaboration, and on-the-job problem solving. To truly support growth and adaptability, organizations must build a learning ecosystem: a dynamic network of people, processes,... more
According to recent LinkedIn survey data, only 30% of individual contributors say they want to become people managers in the next few years, and nearly 3 in 10 employees say their manager is too stressed to support them.
L&D professionals are uniquely positioned to help employees adapt by centering development efforts on skills rather than general training. Skills-based learning directly connects individual growth to organizational capability, creating a resilient and strategically aligned workforce. To design effective skills-based learning, organizations must first invest in solid infrastructure. This goes beyond... more
Burnout is no longer a buzzword. It’s a workplace crisis. Surveys show that more than 8 out of 10 employees are at risk of burning out this year, and 77% say they’re already experiencing it. Engagement in the workplace is slipping for the first time in years, and experts are... more
L&D programs have long been viewed as essential drivers of employee performance, talent retention, and innovation in many organizations. But in times of economic tightening, L&D is often one of the first areas to face budget cuts. Whether due to shifting market demands, organizational restructuring, or broader fiscal conservatism, the... more
Learning and Development (L&D) is a vital part of every organization. No matter a company’s size or structure, L&D drives success: improving productivity, building morale, and contributing to the bottom line. But what if you’re part of a small team? What if you’re just a one-person HR operation juggling multiple... more
Dr. Jill Stefaniak’s recent webinar, “Laying the Foundation for L&D Amidst Organizational Chaos,” addressed the critical challenges faced by Learning and Development (L&D) professionals, and outlined valuable insights into how L&D pros can identify and address the causes of what Dr. Stefaniak calls, “organizational anarchy.” She also provided attendees with... more
L&D success in the workplace is not measured solely by the number of training hours completed or the latest digital tools deployed. Instead, success is determined by the tangible and intangible shifts in employee capability, organizational performance, and the alignment of learning initiatives with strategic business goals. L&D success is... more
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 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
