Survey reveals training gap between new, experienced managers at US federal agencies

New managers are more likely than their more experienced counterparts to receive training that covers topics mandated by the Office of Personnel Management.

By Riia O'Donnell • June 5, 2018

Spotify's L&D team showcases its hands-off approach to learning

Learning and development professionals at Spotify call themselves the GreenHouse Team — a group that plants the seeds of learning and nurtures staff as they grow. 

By Riia O'Donnell • June 5, 2018

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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

Golden Corral pays $3.9M for improper training wages

It's not unusual for employers to try to limit training expenses, but employee pay must still comply with the FLSA.

By Riia O'Donnell • June 5, 2018

Why career frameworks are becoming a 'must-have'

Employees want to know what the future holds for them; frameworks can help them plan their future within an organization, rather than outside it. 

By Riia O'Donnell • June 5, 2018

Boeing commits $100M for employee development

The company's deal with Degreed signals the demand for personal, comprehensive training options among workers.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 5, 2018

Genetics, technology, data feature heavily among 2018's fastest-growing job categories

The ability to use (and, some predict, work alongside) algorithms and physical machines will only grow in importance across industries.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 4, 2018

An employment upheaval may be in store, with automation charting the course

Government and business are increasingly teaming up to prepare for the future of work, hoping to remain competitive and prepare workers for this expected wave of automation.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • May 30, 2018

Employees say they're ready to welcome robot co-workers

Many are already doing so, according to a recent survey: 31% of employees say AI, automated machinery or actual robots are common in their daily routine.

By Riia O'Donnell • May 29, 2018

Walmart to introduce its own returnship program

The program will help those ready to re-enter the workforce after a break for caregiving that took their career off track.

By Riia O'Donnell • May 29, 2018

Majority of employees say peer collaboration helps improve their productivity

Many employees said they'd share critical knowledge with co-workers in any type of formal learning system, but this sharing tendency decreases as tenure increases.

By Riia O'Donnell • May 29, 2018

How the right training program could prevent your next data breach

A great cybersecurity learning strategy raises awareness, but it also gives employees tools to recognize and report risks.

By Riia O'Donnell • May 29, 2018

Tomorrow's labor market will favor high-end technological skills

Demand for competencies like programming may grow at a rate of 55% through 2030, while demand for leadership and managerial skills will see more modest growth.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • May 29, 2018

Most employees update their passwords but lack formal cybersecurity training

Among full-time workers in a survey who had received security training, 52% said the training occurs only once per year.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • May 25, 2018

Starbucks shares a preview of its anti-bias training curriculum

The decision could lead to more conversations about inclusion, especially as employment experts continue to debate whether unconscious bias can actually be eliminated through training.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • May 25, 2018

Chick-fil-A ups funding for employee scholarship program

Employers are increasingly using tuition benefits not only to attract employees but also upskill workers who may remain loyal team members.

By Riia O'Donnell • May 22, 2018

How to know whether — and when — your workforce is ready for AR

Your employees may be more ready than you think, experts say.

By Riia O'Donnell • May 22, 2018

L&D is 'mission-critical' but needs more innovation, report finds

While senior managers reported high levels of support for L&D from the C-suite, those closer to the front line were more skeptical.

By Riia O'Donnell • May 22, 2018

Among millennials, women more excited about the cybersecurity field than men

Enthusiasm among women is good news for CISOs and CIOs, but a lack of cybersecurity education in schools continues to plague recruiting efforts.

By Riia O'Donnell • May 15, 2018

Nordstrom, Starbucks incidents highlight retail's bias problem

The events crystallize the greater industry problem: There is no standard when it comes to unconscious bias training and company culture.

By Corinne Ruff • May 15, 2018

Learning pros say they're optimistic about the field's future

In a recent survey, almost three-quarters of L&D professionals said they believe jobs in the training industry will be stable for the next five years. 

By Riia O'Donnell • May 15, 2018

Walmart, Google award $5M to orgs testing reskilling solutions

An estimated one-third of Americans will need to reskill by 2030, and Walmart and Google say no one organization can prepare the nation for this change.

By Riia O'Donnell • May 15, 2018

The new role of the L&D professional: Curator

Today's L&D professional has to inspire lifelong learning and curiosity to maintain growth — and that requires managing the myriad of learning options available.

By Riia O'Donnell • May 15, 2018

Training is 'investment number one' for modern organizations, business guru says

Author Tom Peters believes technological change will force businesses to hire and train for soft skills to distinguish themselves from competitors.

By Riia O'Donnell • May 8, 2018

Unconscious bias training can only take you so far

Training can change behaviors, even if it doesn't always change minds. But it must be accompanied by good policies and an inclusive culture.

By Riia O'Donnell • May 8, 2018

As employers focus on wellness, some implement 'mental health first aid' training

The training may be yet another way employers can create a culture of wellness and get employees to take advantage of available benefits.

By Riia O'Donnell • May 8, 2018