How to prepare employees to work in a global workforce

Time zones won't be the only difference employees encounter. But thoughtful training can ensure a harmonious work experience.

By Riia O'Donnell • Feb. 12, 2019

Report: Guerrilla tactics could help small businesses in the war for talent

Rethinking job descriptions and interviews could help lesser-known businesses compete with major companies for talent.

By Riia O'Donnell • Feb. 12, 2019

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Top trends in leadership development

With hiring on the back burner, the pressure is on L&D professionals to upskill the leadership team while also looking internally for the leaders of tomorrow. 

By HR Dive staff

Penn Foster targets 'middle-skill' employee training with acquisition

The online learning provider wants to provide training opportunities to those who have not historically had access to them, CEO Frank Britt told HR Dive.

By Ryan Golden • Feb. 6, 2019

Motherhood provides a leadership boost, but penalties remain

Respondents to a recent survey said they believe women with children are the best listeners and multi-taskers.

By Riia O'Donnell • Feb. 5, 2019

Accenture says it retrained 300K workers in 4 years

The program cost an estimated $1 billion annually and focused on skills that workers could implement within six months of training.

By Riia O'Donnell • Feb. 5, 2019

Workplace bullying, sexual harassment addressed in new NAVEX training

Such programs help create a safe work environment and can empower employees and bystanders to report inappropriate behavior. 

By Riia O'Donnell • Feb. 5, 2019

SHRM asks for skills gap relief ahead of State of the Union

"America's skills gap crisis is one of the greatest threats to our nation's long-term economic prosperity," SHRM CEO and president Johnny Taylor said.

By Ryan Golden • Feb. 5, 2019

IBM introduces new data scientist certification program

Certification programs are aiming to provide workers with the training needed to close the digital skills gap — and future-proof companies.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 1, 2019

Automation prompting employers to hire more human workers

The focus on robots eliminating jobs distracts from the real issue, a ManpowerGroup executive said.

By Lisa Burden • Feb. 1, 2019

Starbucks gets high marks for equity efforts, but work remains, report says

Eliminating bias in the workplace is a continuous process that goes beyond a one-time diversity training session.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 31, 2019

Professionals in creative and marketing fields want growth

Only 41% of respondents rated their company's training resources and opportunities as good or excellent.

By Riia O'Donnell • Jan. 29, 2019

Report: Workforce 'on-ramp' programs slow to grow reach

According to the Strada Institute for the Future of Work, 32 million adults lack jobs or the skills and resources needed to find gainful employment.

By Hallie Busta • Jan. 29, 2019

Walmart gamifies store associate training with Spark City

The app, which already has more than 104,000 downloads, puts the player in charge of a dry goods department. 

By Dan O'Shea • Jan. 29, 2019

The 'pioneer mentality' of Las Vegas must include workers, study finds

The majority of workers in Las Vegas are in the hospitality or gaming industries in jobs that are easily automated — meaning training is necessary.

By Kathryn Moody , Riia O'Donnell • Jan. 29, 2019

The workforce is getting older. Does L&D need to adjust?

A culture of learning can emphasize that at every level and every stage of employment, there is growth and development to be had.

By Riia O'Donnell • Jan. 29, 2019

Cost to train 1.4M displaced US workers could exceed $34B

Neither public- nor private-sector entities will be able to upskill all at-risk workers due to costs outweighing economic returns.

By Ryan Golden • Jan. 25, 2019

One-third of US, UK workers not confident in their skills, survey finds

More than half said they have a co-worker who isn't qualified to perform the work he or she is assigned either, according to the Docebo survey.

By Riia O'Donnell • Jan. 24, 2019

Dems propose bill to subsidize training programs

The ELEVATE Act would fund programs that focus on people whose job prospects are hindered by factors like prior criminal records and homelessness.

By Riia O'Donnell • Jan. 22, 2019

Indiana launches career coaching initiative

The project will partner stakeholders for upskilling and leadership development opportunities. 

By Riia O'Donnell • Jan. 22, 2019

Should L&D be a brand element?

"Employer branding" has long been a buzzword in recruiting, and experts say it's time for L&D to get in on the action.

By Riia O'Donnell • Jan. 22, 2019

Pennsylvania nonprofit pairs schools, businesses to keep talent local

Employers are spending more on training programming, but many are finding they can't do it alone.

By Riia O'Donnell • Jan. 22, 2019

There's nothing like WorkHuman

WorkHuman aims to educate, challenge, and inspire attendees to create an inclusive, human workplace. Hear from a thought leader who’s attended every single WorkHuman and her reasons why.

By Laurie Ruettimann • Jan. 22, 2019

For Generation Z, the value of a construction career is a no-brainer

Trades training is an attractive alternative to student loans for frugal Gen Zers, who seek financial success and entrepreneurial opportunities at a young age.

By Kathleen Brown • Jan. 17, 2019

Why employers are spending more on learning and development

When deciding whether to invest in L&D for employees, employers can choose between paying now or paying later. 

By Riia O'Donnell • Jan. 15, 2019

Senior leaders misunderstand sponsorship, employees say

The disconnect represents missed opportunities for all parties involved, according to the Center for Talent Innovation.

By Riia O'Donnell • Jan. 15, 2019