How to Successfully Implement a New Initiative in the Workplace

Whether it’s to keep up with changing technology, a fast-paced market, new regulations, or something else, implementing a new initiative is a necessary part of running a successful business. However, it can be a tricky process. One simple change can affect every single part of an organization. If a new initiative is to be introduced …

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Global Businesses: 4 Learning Solution Must-Haves

If you were one of many global businesses responsible for rolling out a learning solution to anywhere from 50 to 5,000 locations or more, where would you begin?  What kind of system would you need to develop each frontline employee according to their individual skills, knowledge, and experience to help them continuously grow? How would …

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How to Reassess Your Priorities During Constant Change

How often do you reassess your priorities, both in business and your personal life? In times of change or crisis, many of us make the mistake of keeping those priorities and plans the same. However, if the world/the business/your life has changed, shouldn’t those priorities change as well? That’s the topic of discussion in this …

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5 Reasons to Be Thankful for 2020 and Its Impact on L&D

How has your organization’s learning and development evolved this year? With so many disruptions, 2020 has been a catalyst for change. Nowhere has this been more evident than in the learning and development industry. L&D has consistently approached challenges with resilience like no other department has. In this special Thanksgiving episode, Matthew Brown reflects on …

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Skills for Successful Reentry: How to Prepare Your Employees

Change is difficult. We all know that. But, there’s something about change at work that sparks all sorts of fears within us. That’s because our jobs, and our skills, hold the strings to our livelihood. So, when there is a perceived threat to that, it can trigger concerns, anxiety, and stress. This is especially true …

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Why L&D Should Play a Star Role in Change Management During a Crisis

When you hear “learning and development,” what is the first thing that comes to mind? Frequently, L&D is perceived as “the team that delivers training.” And yes, that is true, but they have far more value to add than just making sure training runs smoothly at your organization. Whether conducting needs assessments, educating employees on …

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