Retailer evo launches 'XR' training before it triples headcount for Black Friday

Retailers like Walmart also have opted for VR and similar tech to train workers ahead of the holiday rush in recent years.

By Ryan Golden • Nov. 26, 2019

Walmart.org, Microsoft Philanthropies and nonprofit pledge $3M to tech education

The funding aims to expand the pipeline of women and people of color in technology careers.

By Katie Clarey • Nov. 26, 2019

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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

Employers' focus on continuous learning is driving LMS demand

Employers are abandoning the old compliance model of training in favor of regular upskilling.

By Kate Tornone • Nov. 26, 2019

To put more women at the top, L&D can play mentorship matchmaker

Learning and development professionals can create structured programs in which mentors and mentees are assigned to each other or small groups.

By Riia O'Donnell • Nov. 26, 2019

Qualtrics takes on the skills gap and recruiting with STEM day care

The offering is part of a larger expansion that will see the worksite double in size and add 1,000 tech jobs.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 26, 2019

LinkedIn: Workers who change jobs in house stay longer

The "build or buy" conundrum is at the center of talent acquisition today and LinkedIn data acknowledges the benefits of lateral moves.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 20, 2019

Poll: Young adults favor experience over degrees for job prep

They also viewed bachelor's degrees and vocational training as equivalent in readying them for success at work.

By Hallie Busta • Nov. 20, 2019

Report: 1% of job seekers enrolling in training participate in apprenticeships

Employers may need to examine the efficacy of the pipelines leading into their apprenticeship programs to ensure robust participation rates.

By Katie Clarey • Nov. 19, 2019

Johnson & Johnson 'returnships' turn the unemployed into top candidates

It's a win-win: "We’re getting great hires ... and helping people get back to work," the program's director told HR Dive.

By Riia O'Donnell • Nov. 19, 2019

IBM-backed project seeks to set standard for blockchain work credentials

The HR community has shown some interest in the technology, but experts have said a "dominant player" will be needed to spur adoption.

By Ryan Golden • Nov. 19, 2019

AI will lead learning trends in 2020, Udemy predicts

Perhaps nothing has challenged employers like the digital skills gap, particularly AI and deeper tech knowledge.

By Kathryn Moody • Nov. 19, 2019

NJ DOL gives $3M in matching training grants to businesses

Training initiatives can run up a large bill from employers, but some experts have positioned L&D as an investment rather than an expense.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 19, 2019

Dell prioritizes women, people of color in 10-year culture strategy

The company aims to have black and Hispanic workers make up 15% of its U.S. management team by 2030.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 14, 2019

Why you can — and should — train workers to be curious, responsible

Behavioral skills are critical to individual performance, teamwork and leadership, experts say.

By Riia O'Donnell • Nov. 12, 2019

Most leaders say their companies subsidize training delivered outside the workplace

This strategy, noted by Ceridian in a new study, is one that top companies have put into practice in spades in 2019, mainly via partnerships.

By Ryan Golden • Nov. 12, 2019

Maine inmates can complete a culinary apprenticeship while they serve time

The news represents a convergence of major employment trends: a talent shortage, a resurgence of apprenticeships and a new interest in second-chance hiring.

By Kate Tornone • Nov. 12, 2019

Subway pilots employee career development program

The partnership with Penn Foster will offer 331 employees in Central Florida an online career readiness boot camp and high school program.

By Lauren Manning • Nov. 12, 2019

Veterans say they need investments in skills training

In a recent survey, many vets said they felt unprepared to enter the civilian job market after returning from active duty.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 12, 2019

Employees want personalized training — but how do you get there?

The journey of a million miles may begin with a single step, but learning journeys begin with baseline information. 

By Riia O'Donnell • Nov. 5, 2019

Congressmen float apprenticeship grants for women

Apprenticeships and upskilling may be of extreme importance for women as automation and artificial intelligence replace and create jobs. 

By Katie Clarey • Nov. 5, 2019

Without tactical training, old leadership habits die hard

After training, leaders too often return the same environment with the hope they'll be able to spot opportunities for leadership on their own, a report says.

By Kate Tornone • Nov. 5, 2019

Apprenticeships promise to create tech talent pools, but candidate awareness is low

Businesses looking to make use of apprenticeships will likely need partners, experts previously told HR Dive, and community colleges may be a good place to start.

By Kate Tornone • Nov. 5, 2019

Make career development month count

Employee development should focus on moving employees closer to their ultimate career destination. Take your talent experience initiatives to the next level.

Nov. 5, 2019

3 lessons on the future of talent pipelines

From hiring the formerly incarcerated to working with teachers in disadvantaged communities, companies like Walmart and Microsoft aren't afraid to experiment.

By Ryan Golden • Oct. 31, 2019

When training for skills, don't overlook knowledge

Tasks have a ripple effect. When employees understand that, experts say great things can happen.

By Riia O'Donnell • Oct. 29, 2019