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

With change coming fast, workers eye learning benefits

Members of Gen Z expressed the greatest desire for education benefits, ranking them above paid leave and retirement savings programs. 

By Katie Clarey • Oct. 29, 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

Employees prize leadership training above other learning

Employee development has grown as a benefit because employees want it, studies show — so much so that they may jump ship to get it.

By Kathryn Moody • Oct. 29, 2019

Pittsburgh-based training center to launch advanced robotics apprenticeship

Advanced robotics could change the face of several industries, but few organizations have a plan to help their workforces adapt.

By Ryan Golden • Oct. 29, 2019

How to deliver immersive, collaborative software training

Explore how to ignite your software development team through an active learning experience.

Oct. 25, 2019

'You can't hire your way out of this:' How PwC trains workers for the future

The training begins with a digital acumen self-assessment and opens up into customizable paths.

By Riia O'Donnell • Oct. 22, 2019

Initiative to introduce adult workers to local learning opportunities

The need for talent has driven many states and cities to come up with creative initiatives to entice workers to move and develop their skills there.

By Katie Clarey • Oct. 22, 2019

Carnival's new remote learning platform includes podcasts

International waters present a unique challenge to traditional learning and development programs.

By Ryan Golden • Oct. 22, 2019

Berkeley to use VR to train for 'challenging interpersonal moments' at work

The tech can be used to train for soft skills in a low-risk environment.

By Kate Tornone • Oct. 22, 2019

Amazon to fund computer courses for more than 100K high schoolers

Tech companies are partnering with academic organizations to train people for the in-demand jobs of the future, including high schools.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 22, 2019

Marketing hasn't been spared the effects of the tech skills gap

Across industries, the demand for skills is expanding beyond specialization to include digital proficiency, soft skills and business acumen.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 21, 2019

Why employers can't leave social learning to chance

Informal training often will occur organically, but learning and development professionals still have a role to play.

By Riia O'Donnell • Oct. 15, 2019

Udacity to offer 100K scholarships to its digital skills courses

The tech education for-profit's announcement accompanies its signing of the White House's Pledge to American Workers.

By Katie Clarey • Oct. 15, 2019

Lockheed Martin deepens relationship with UTEP

In a tough talent market, employers are partnering with schools and local governments to boost community outreach and beef up talent pipelines.

By Kathryn Moody • Oct. 15, 2019

What do philosophy and IT majors have in common? Career paths, study says

Soft skills like interpersonal communication are a common link between disparate career paths — and perhaps the key to training workers for the future.

By Ryan Golden • Oct. 15, 2019

Software developer training: Five mistakes organizations make

Explore common oversights that prevent companies from designing training that delivers long-term results.

Oct. 14, 2019

Google to bring IT certification to 100 US community colleges by 2020

The tech company continues its involvement in the workforce development conversation — one that is increasingly influenced by top corporations.

By Ryan Golden • Oct. 8, 2019

HR pros, drivers are the most interested in receiving AR, VR training

A recent survey also revealed a disconnect, showing that employers favor training delivered via AI or bots.

By Kate Tornone • Oct. 8, 2019

Lack of time, guidance and recognition keeps workers from L&D

Recruiting challenges and the looming future of automation make it clear that employers may have to remove obstacles to learning.

By Katie Clarey • Oct. 8, 2019

Workers fear they lack the skills to survive layoffs, report says

Even with the uncertainty surrounding automation, training and development remain invaluable tools for talent recruitment, retention and engagement.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 3, 2019

Smithfield Foods taps local colleges in its expanding apprenticeship program

As the employment market continues to strain employers, apprenticeships are popping up across the country. 

By Riia O'Donnell • Oct. 1, 2019

Hacking the office microwave: How down time ups innovation

Employers are increasingly giving workers scheduled time for passion projects, but ROI remains a point of contention.

By Riia O'Donnell • Oct. 1, 2019

Employer-educator coalition lands $1M grant to upskill STEM pros

Employees and employers know that workers will need skills training to keep pace with the digital revolution, but barriers remain.

By Riia O'Donnell , Kate Tornone • Oct. 1, 2019

Younger workers more likely to be offered skills training

While training budgets are increasing, many workers are still frustrated and unsatisfied with the offerings provided, a Clutch survey said.  

By Riia O'Donnell • Oct. 1, 2019

Both workers and employers see a need for upskilling

At the same time, preparations for workplace technological shifts are generally lacking.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 1, 2019