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PepsiCo launches pilot to cultivate next generation of farmers
The effort provides job pathways for beginning producers and young people to be successful on the farm or within the agriculture industry at large.
By Sarah Zimmerman • July 26, 2024 -
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College education may not be preparing employees for generative AI
A Cengage Group survey signals that shifts in expectations may be coming yet again for higher education and employee development programs.
By Kathryn Moody • July 23, 2024 -
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TrendlineTop trends in employee development
The pandemic pushed some HR initiatives to the back burner, but employee development may be more important than ever.
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Election 2024Americans express mixed views on business political neutrality during election season
Although most want neutrality, U.S. consumers and workers also said businesses “must take a stand” to protect democracy.
By Carolyn Crist • July 23, 2024 -
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How mentoring programs help manufacturers build a future workforce
The programs can help to train incoming workers, as well as create inclusive environments from underrepresented communities.
By Sakshi Udavant • July 22, 2024 -
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Sponsored by ScottMaddenEmbracing change: The HRBP’s role in nurturing the organization’s ongoing relationship with change
Human Resources Business Partners (HRBPs) have a unique role that enables them to deeply connect with employees to best understand their needs and concerns.
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Although coaching is a top priority, leaders say they lack relevant skills
Companies with a strong coaching culture are more likely to engage and retain top talent, a new analysis finds.
By Carolyn Crist • July 16, 2024 -
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Biden announces more investments in workforce development, apprenticeships
The funding aims to create training pipelines, reach underserved communities and enhance public-private partnerships across in-demand fields.
By Carolyn Crist • July 15, 2024 -
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Massachusetts draws in nontraditional learners with free college program
Gov. Maura Healey credited MassReconnect for nearly doubling the number of adults ages 25 and older who are enrolled in the state’s two-year institutions.
By Laura Spitalniak • July 15, 2024 -
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US employers and workers say they face a major skills development disconnect
Although employees want to learn and employers know it’s useful, there’s still a gap in L&D uptake, a survey says.
By Carolyn Crist • July 9, 2024 -
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Why mentorship matters even as new grad hiring drops off
Mentors may keep young hires engaged with their work — and stop them from looking for greener pastures.
By Jen A. Miller • July 8, 2024 -
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Employers, educators team up to bridge critical tech skills gaps
Businesses may be able to help build a broader talent pipeline by providing internships and apprenticeships, giving students the chance to grow their skills on the job.
By Lindsey Wilkinson • July 2, 2024 -
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Bath & Body Works introduces employee tuition program
The company’s new “Investing in You” program delivers a number of benefits, including an education reimbursement of up to $3,000 annually.
By Kaarin Moore • June 26, 2024 -
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HR is often left out of AI plans, despite the need for upskilling and inclusion
Although people and change management play a major role in AI adoption, HR isn't always part of the conversation, McLean & Co. says.
By Carolyn Crist • June 25, 2024 -
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Cyber, AI and data dominate upskilling priorities, study finds
The three categories align with the positions businesses are having the greatest difficulty filling, according to the report.
By Lindsey Wilkinson • June 25, 2024 -
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ColumnNew York nonprofit develops hundreds of trade careers annually
The Andromeda Community Initiative helps train, place and develop careers for underrepresented groups, especially communities of color, in New York City.
By Zachary Phillips • June 21, 2024 -
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5 upskilling takeaways from Gallup’s World of Work event
Soft skills are “soft, until you don’t have them,” Chike Aguh, senior advisor of Harvard University’s Project on Workforce, said. “Then it’s hard.”
By Caroline Colvin • June 18, 2024 -
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As AI skill demands rise, employers must figure out what they actually need: report
Employers need to understand which proficiencies their workforce has and what gaps are actually present, Info-Tech Research Group said.
By Kathryn Moody • June 11, 2024 -
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Site-specific training content can boost front-line worker performance, survey says
Accuracy and consistency in a training reinforcement program may especially help manufacturers and warehouses maintain quality and improve retention.
By Carolyn Crist • June 10, 2024 -
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Work-based youth learning programs can augment talent development strategies, report says
Employers say they struggle to fund internships and design appropriate workloads, however.
By Carolyn Crist • June 4, 2024 -
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Rhode Island debuts free cannabis job training to accommodate booming industry
The program will be run by the Community College of Rhode Island, which said it is always looking to be responsive to employer needs.
By Kate Tornone • June 4, 2024 -
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ColumnWelcome to United Franchise Group. A dream coach will now assist you.
The new HR position is responsible for helping tap into employees’ hopes and dreams — inside and outside of work.
By Ginger Christ • May 28, 2024 -
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L&D pros report median $100K salary and say work is part of their identity
In a survey, most training pros said they hope to become a director of training or chief learning officer.
By Carolyn Crist • May 28, 2024 -
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Employers appear more likely to offer interviews, higher pay to those with AI skills, study says
Skills gaps continue to drive up competition for AI-related talent, boosting the importance of reskilling and upskilling.
By Carolyn Crist • May 22, 2024 -
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What’s the cost of the IT skills gap? One analysis says $5.5 trillion by 2026
However, AI coding and workforce training capabilities could trim as much as $1 trillion from the losses by 2027, according to IDC researcher Gina Smith.
By Matt Ashare • May 22, 2024 -
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3 ways to make DEI training stick, according to a global DEI exec
Here’s how to make corporate diversity training really work.
By Caroline Colvin • May 21, 2024
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