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Career development plays key role in employee engagement, Gallagher says
Although 43% of employers responding to a survey said they support workers’ career paths, few said they offer interesting and challenging work.
By Carolyn Crist • Sept. 10, 2024 -
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When hiring budgets are tight, reskilling may help HR fill jobs
Reskilling current employees is a much more predictable model than the hit-or-miss tactic of recruiting for experience, one leader said.
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TrendlineTop 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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OpinionPutting people first: How L&D can lead AI transformation
Experimentation with AI tools presents exciting opportunities for innovation — but also great risks, writes Peter Hirst of MIT Sloan School of Management.
By Peter Hirst • Aug. 27, 2024 -
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Sponsored by DDIDifferentiate your L&D program through purposeful practice
By incorporating practice, you can set apart your L&D program while setting your employees up for success.
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How does manager tenure affect team performance?
Manager tenure is often correlated to high performance, Visier said, but in many organizations, manager effectiveness tips downward after a number of years.
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OpinionHow to train new leaders in ethical decision-making
Ethical decision-making is not found in a rule book, but if leaders are expected to practice these principles, they must be equipped, writes Shanda O’Dennis of Friends Services Alliance.
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AI at workEmployees have forged ahead with generative AI while companies lag behind, McKinsey finds
To capitalize on employees’ enthusiasm about AI tools, organizations need to reimagine talent management, McKinsey researchers said.
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Employee underperformance increasingly cited for layoffs as job market cools
Employers are reassessing whether their workers meet today’s evolving workplace needs, a new report indicates.
By Carolyn Crist • Aug. 13, 2024 -
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Skill gaps can cost employers a month of productivity each year, survey suggests
Workers face challenges in making data analysis more efficient or automating processes, a new report finds.
By Carolyn Crist • Aug. 7, 2024 -
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Future of work hinges on AI upskilling, say Indeed, Google and others
The AI-Enabled ICT Workforce Consortium, which includes Accenture, Cisco, Google and Indeed, says the majority of internet-related tech jobs will be transformed by AI.
By Caroline Colvin • Aug. 6, 2024 -
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20 years in, Bank of America says its paid intern program is still paying dividends
A solid internship program, particularly one with good pay, can serve as an important vehicle for talent scouting and employer branding, per Glassdoor.
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OpinionHow to make managers more effective
Real coaching is a matter of guiding people past the inhibitors to change that may hold them back, writes one human capital consulting executive.
By Michelle Dix • July 31, 2024 -
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Which skills do workers lack — and what can HR do?
HR plays a key role in managing skill gaps, research has shown, but without proper investment, L&D can easily fall to the wayside.
By Kathryn Moody • July 30, 2024 -
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Workers with 4-year degrees will hold most good jobs in 2031, report predicts
Georgetown University researchers expect 15 million more good jobs will be created for workers with bachelor’s diplomas in the decade following 2021.
By Laura Spitalniak • July 30, 2024 -
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PepsiCo launches pilot to cultivate next generation of farmers
The effort provides job pathways for beginning producers and young people to be successful on the farm or within the agriculture industry at large.
By Sarah Zimmerman • July 26, 2024 -
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College education may not be preparing employees for generative AI
A Cengage Group survey signals that shifts in expectations may be coming yet again for higher education and employee development programs.
By Kathryn Moody • July 23, 2024 -
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Election 2024Americans express mixed views on business political neutrality during election season
Although most want neutrality, U.S. consumers and workers also said businesses “must take a stand” to protect democracy.
By Carolyn Crist • July 23, 2024 -
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How mentoring programs help manufacturers build a future workforce
The programs can help to train incoming workers, as well as create inclusive environments from underrepresented communities.
By Sakshi Udavant • July 22, 2024 -
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Sponsored by ScottMaddenEmbracing change: The HRBP’s role in nurturing the organization’s ongoing relationship with change
Human Resources Business Partners (HRBPs) have a unique role that enables them to deeply connect with employees to best understand their needs and concerns.
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Although coaching is a top priority, leaders say they lack relevant skills
Companies with a strong coaching culture are more likely to engage and retain top talent, a new analysis finds.
By Carolyn Crist • July 16, 2024 -
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Biden announces more investments in workforce development, apprenticeships
The funding aims to create training pipelines, reach underserved communities and enhance public-private partnerships across in-demand fields.
By Carolyn Crist • July 15, 2024 -
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Massachusetts draws in nontraditional learners with free college program
Gov. Maura Healey credited MassReconnect for nearly doubling the number of adults ages 25 and older who are enrolled in the state’s two-year institutions.
By Laura Spitalniak • July 15, 2024 -
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US employers and workers say they face a major skills development disconnect
Although employees want to learn and employers know it’s useful, there’s still a gap in L&D uptake, a survey says.
By Carolyn Crist • July 9, 2024 -
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Why mentorship matters even as new grad hiring drops off
Mentors may keep young hires engaged with their work — and stop them from looking for greener pastures.
By Jen A. Miller • July 8, 2024 -
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Employers, educators team up to bridge critical tech skills gaps
Businesses may be able to help build a broader talent pipeline by providing internships and apprenticeships, giving students the chance to grow their skills on the job.
By Lindsey Wilkinson • July 2, 2024
