Are you struggling to find the right people to fill key roles within your organization? Do you find that your current employees are missing the skills needed to keep up with the changing needs of your industry? You’re not alone. Brandon Hall Group™ research has shown that new skills have... 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
In a world where technology changes quickly and world events require businesses to be agile, it may not be possible to hire workers with the skills your company needs. After all, you never know what skills you might need in a few years. Case in point: when Generative AI took... 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
Customer Experience (CX) teams are the heart of developing strong and lasting relationships with customers. By providing your CX team with the right training and development opportunities, you not only help them grow, but help your business’s bottom line by creating happy customers. It’s a win-win scenario! No one knows... more
The labor market has undergone a dramatic shift in the last year. Unemployment is at an historic low, and it’s a job seeker’s market. That also means it’s a learners’ market — learners have long seen training as a perk, so they’ll be shopping around for the best learning experience... more
2022 is off to a strange start. Beyond that, one other thing is for certain (at least there is one other thing): incredible agility is required in business – and frankly, everything else in life. It’s been said (and proven) many times recently, but I’ll say it again: learning will... more
‘Tis the season for planning your Learning and Development (L&D) strategy. Do you know what your learning priorities are for 2022? If you’re like many L&D pros, chances are you have a good shot at getting to create a comprehensive and solid learning plan in the next year. According to... more
When you’re in the middle of a firestorm, it’s hard to see the bigger picture. It’s tough to take a moment to think about the wider change that’s going on around you. But when you do take that breath, you often start to notice the deeper underlying trends that are... more
Despite all the focus on the learner experience over the last few years, most companies failed to answer the most basic question from their learners: What’s in it for me?” Given the volatility and uncertainty of the pandemic era, organizations are scrambling to upskill and reskill their workforces to meet... more
