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Resources for People leaders responsible for supporting and developing employees.

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Electives team
 
Jan 21, 2026

Why smart L&D teams are shifting budgets away from pre-recorded courses

Skills are changing faster than courses can keep up. Here's why L&D teams are shifting from buying content libraries to building real capabilities in 2026.
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Nov 6, 2025

People developing people: Bullhorn’s playbook for learning culture in the age of AI

Kristina Bell, Senior Director of Talent Management at Bullhorn, shares how she’s building a sustainable learning culture, leading with trust and helping people grow in the age of AI.
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Electives team
 
Dec 16, 2025

When high performers need a new challenge (not a new job)

Keep high performers engaged without promoting them into management. Practical strategies for creating growth paths, stretch assignments and new challenges that drive retention.
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Electives team
 
Nov 11, 2025

From talent hoarding to talent velocity: Building cultures where people don’t get “stuck”

L&D budgets are shrinking, but impact doesn’t have to. Learn how lean teams can deliver skill-building that sticks, without complex rollouts or costly programs.
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Electives team
 
Jan 1, 2026

Workplace holidays to celebrate in February

Discover our listing of February workplace holidays to celebrate and download our holiday calendar.

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Electives featured in eSoftSkills
Electives team
Jun 14, 2024

Electives featured in eSoftSkills

Electives was recently featured in an article on Esoftskills, The Secret to Business Success: Communication Skills Training Unveiled.
In the news + press releases
How to leverage training to build a strong mentoring program
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Electives team
Jun 14, 2024

How to leverage training to build a strong mentoring program

Explore the importance of mentoring and the training needed to develop strong mentors.
Leadership + management
9 ways managers can support employee growth + development
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Electives team
Jun 13, 2024

9 ways managers can support employee growth + development

Managers are vital in encouraging employees to prioritize their growth. Here are some effective strategies to help boost learning.
Leadership + management
Leadership by example: Driving success through action
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Electives team
Jun 12, 2024

Leadership by example: Driving success through action

When leaders embody the values they wish to see in their teams, it sets a powerful precedent.
Leadership + management
10 ways managers can inspire employees to excel
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Electives team
Jun 11, 2024

10 ways managers can inspire employees to excel

Managers can create an environment where employees are more committed and produce better results.
Leadership + management
How to coach up: Strategies for providing feedback to bosses
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Electives team
Jun 10, 2024

How to coach up: Strategies for providing feedback to bosses

Providing feedback to bosses can be challenging, but the right strategies and models can significantly improve leadership and organizational success.
Communication skills
15 questions managers should ask when transitioning an employee to their team
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Electives team
Jun 7, 2024

15 questions managers should ask when transitioning an employee to their team

Asking these questions facilitates a smooth transition and sets the stage for the employee's success and integration into the new team.
Leadership + management
Electives Named Professional Development Solution Provider of the Year
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Electives team
Jun 6, 2024

Electives Named Professional Development Solution Provider of the Year

Honored by EdTech Breakthrough for outstanding innovation in educational technology
In the news + press releases
8 essential benefits of live learning
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Electives team
Jun 6, 2024

8 essential benefits of live learning

See how live learning boosts skills and motivation with interactive, real-time sessions that keep employees engaged, connected and up-to-date with the latest trends.
Learning best practices
Strengthening employee development: Overcoming managerial weakness
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Electives team
Jun 5, 2024

Strengthening employee development: Overcoming managerial weakness

A recent Gallup report highlighted several key strengths and weaknesses of today’s managers.
Leadership + management
Creating a comprehensive onboarding strategy
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Electives team
Jun 4, 2024

Creating a comprehensive onboarding strategy

Here's an in-depth onboarding strategy tailored for different categories: new hires, internal hires, promotions, remote, hybrid, in-person, ICs, managers, executives.
Learning best practices
How to create psychological safety
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Electives team
Jun 3, 2024

How to create psychological safety

Creating psychological safety within a team fosters a productive and innovative work environment.
Culture + collaboration

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