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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 -
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TrendlineTop 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.
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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.
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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 -
Deep Dive
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 -
Deep Dive
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 -
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By Laurie Ruettimann • Jan. 22, 2019 -
Deep Dive
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 -
Deep Dive
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 -
More employees entering workforce equipped with tech skills, execs report
The digital skills gap may be shrinking, with leaders seeing an influx of technology-apt workers, but businesses still have work to do.
By Riia O'Donnell • Jan. 15, 2019 -
Study: Half of businesses use paper-based training, but most think it's ineffective
The rise of technology in the L&D space calls for more digitally focused learning employees can access.
By Riia O'Donnell • Jan. 15, 2019 -
NYU launches master's in human capital analytics
The program aims to equip professionals with the skills to better lead organizations' human capital management strategies.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 15, 2019 -
Exec: Feds' efforts to tackle cyber skills gap lacking in details
A chief technologist for one tech provider offered advice to the U.S. government that may also guide private sector employers.
By Riia O'Donnell • Jan. 8, 2019 -
Deep Dive
7 learning trends on the rise in 2019
Experts say learning initiatives will be spurred on by tech, integrate themselves into culture and foster partnerships.
By Riia O'Donnell • Jan. 8, 2019 -
Creativity, cloud computing top LinkedIn's list of most in-demand skills
What are the most sought-after skills for employers in 2019?
By Riia O'Donnell • Jan. 8, 2019 -
Is emotional intelligence the key to closing the skills gap?
One company's experience shows that such soft skills may have a place in the trades.
By Riia O'Donnell • Jan. 8, 2019 -
Microsoft tops list of most 'just' employers
Top-rated companies also pay fewer environmental, safety and EEOC fines, according to JUST Capital.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 4, 2019 -
Introverted employees score lower on well-being than extroverted colleagues
Companies may be inadvertently overlooking the contributions of introverted workers, a new study suggested.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 3, 2019 -
Gen Zers are confident in their skills, unsure about work readiness
Employers can respond to Gen Z's concerns by offering internship opportunities and other on-the-job programs to help build their confidence.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 2, 2019
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