How Yellow plans to train 1,000 drivers by the end of 2022

As the carrier expands its private driver academy network, it is relying heavily on safety trainers like Rich Frazer.

By Colin Campbell • Oct. 18, 2022

Are sustainability skills the next battleground in the war for talent?

For the past decade, workplace experts have said “every company is a tech company.” Widespread demand for green skills may be the next frontier.

By Kathryn Moody • Oct. 18, 2022

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Top trends in employee development

The pandemic pushed some HR initiatives to the back burner, but employee development may be more important than ever.

By HR Dive staff

Cisco to bring IT training to 25M learners with a focus on equity, inclusion

The effort aims to ensure the tech talent pipeline keeps pace with advances in technology and automation.

By Kate Tornone • Oct. 18, 2022

Bersin: HR should focus on nonlinear career paths

External partnerships, AI tools and creativity on the part of talent managers could all help move the needle, the HR veteran’s firm said in a recent report.

By Ryan Golden • Oct. 17, 2022

Hourly workers are being passed over for career advancement, report says

It’s a financial allocation issue, as well as an L&D one.

By Caroline Colvin • Oct. 13, 2022

As manufacturers struggle to fill talent pipelines, one group turns to training

The Ohio pilot program will include a full-time recruiter to source candidates and direct them to employers and training programs.

By Kate Tornone • Oct. 10, 2022

What employers need to know when addressing employees’ mental health

Learn how employers can integrate mental health into the workplace and the employee healthcare experience.

By Dr. Shantanu Nundy, Chief Medical Officer at Accolade and Dr. Aaliya Yaqub, Chief Medical Officer at Thrive Global • Oct. 10, 2022

6 stories on the alternative credentials trend

Studies, experts and leaders — including President Joe Biden — say non-degree credentials will be a key part of the talent future.

By Kathryn Moody • Oct. 4, 2022

Training may improve internal employee mobility and, in turn, retention

At the same time, employers may be failing to prepare employees for their next roles, research suggests.

By Kate Tornone • Oct. 4, 2022

Better processes could help employers keep pace with a hybrid world

A focus on coaching and skill development can build trust between employees and leaders, speakers at a Sept. 30 Quartz event said.

By Ryan Golden • Oct. 3, 2022

How to prevent employee burnout with meaningful recognition

Get tips and strategies to combat employee burnout with intentional, meaningful recognition.

Oct. 3, 2022

The key to a successful post-pandemic workplace might be coaching

Using coaching to reskill managers is imperative for addressing culture changes brought on by the shift to hybrid and flexible work, a new survey found.

By Laurel Kalser • Sept. 30, 2022

How the AI skills crisis is wasting money

Studies show that the tech sector lacks qualified talent equipped to work with artificial intelligence and machine learning.

By Caroline Colvin • Sept. 27, 2022

Skills-first employers may outperform peers, but many are struggling to adapt

Employers are still wary of turning away from degree-based hiring, reports have said, which is the first step for truly skills-first organizations.

By Kathryn Moody • Sept. 27, 2022

Training for cannabis jobs gets to heart of L&D ‘build or buy’ dilemma

Skills developed in other industries are transferable, an HR expert said.

By Caroline Colvin • Sept. 21, 2022

Emotional skills training bolsters employee satisfaction, Finnish group says

At a time when HR teams have tried just about everything to improve retention, some in the industry have called on organizations to look inward.

By Ryan Golden • Sept. 20, 2022

Citi joins Amazon, Walmart in providing free college benefits

The financial group is partnering with five schools, including the University of Maryland Global Campus.

By Caroline Colvin • Sept. 20, 2022

Sustainability skill training could be key talent draw, study says

In a strange time for talent acquisition, clear efforts around sustainability can help employers stand out from the crowd.

By Kathryn Moody • Sept. 20, 2022

Youth apprenticeship is rising, but diversity remains a struggle

The percentages of Black and women apprentices “have not budged significantly,” due in part to systemic issues in apprenticeship-heavy industries, JFF’s report said.

By Kathryn Moody • Sept. 15, 2022

IT certifications ease tech job access as employers lower degree requirements

The tech talent crunch has companies looking beyond academic credentials to meet workforce demand. For burgeoning IT pros, there’s a chance to level up. 

By Lindsey Wilkinson • Sept. 15, 2022

2 years into pandemic, learning partnerships crucial to talent search

Such public and private partnerships have emerged as a key way to train up workers in needed skills.

By Kathryn Moody • Sept. 13, 2022

Into the metaverse: VR catches workers’ interest

People are increasingly adapting to “the ‘phygital’ world,” a KPMG exec said.

By Caroline Colvin • Sept. 9, 2022

Workers have imposter syndrome, but say L&D can help

The poor state of worker mental health has been widely documented — but learning programs may be a way to engage workers who are struggling.

By Kathryn Moody • Sept. 8, 2022

Succession planning is in vogue, but employers diverge on identifying talent

At the same time, those without succession plans cited a number of obstacles, the most common being a lack of resources.

By Ryan Golden • Sept. 6, 2022

Scheduling, finances and child care all pose hurdles to upskilling, federal report says

Left to choose between training that may boost job prospects and a job that offers low but immediate pay, individuals may take the latter path, the U.S. Government Accountability Office said.

By Kate Tornone • Sept. 2, 2022