ELECTIVES RESOURCES
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Resources for People leaders responsible for supporting and developing employees.
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Electives team
Jun 23, 2026
Learner spotlight: What changes when a manager goes all-in on learning
Tyler Winn, Technical Support Engineering Manager at ActivTrak, shares how Electives Membership changed how he leads, communicates and develops his team.
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Electives team
May 26, 2026
How To Build an AI-First People Strategy
Most AI strategies stall because leaders lack real data about their people. How to build a clearer AI-first people strategy in under two weeks.
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Electives team
May 13, 2026
High engagement, low performance: What your surveys aren't tracking
Engagement surveys measure employee-to-company relationships but miss the peer connections that drive performance during change. Learn what to track instead.
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Electives team
Jun 15, 2026
Can Communication Skills Be Learned?
Your managers can communicate, just not for the job they have now. Why generic workshops fail and what modern manager training should look like.
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Electives team
Jul 1, 2026
Workplace holidays to celebrate in August
Plan August 2026 workplace holidays with DEI-focused dates, observance ideas and inclusion tips for HR, People and L&D leaders.
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Electives team
Aug 14, 2024
Early career training: Meeting the needs of new employees
A guide to early career training, for the first 3 months, 6 months, 12 months, and 3 years.
Individual Contributor Resources
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Electives team
Aug 13, 2024
Training for emerging talent: Categories + strategies
By investing in the growth of emerging talent, you can enhance employee engagement, boost productivity and create long-term success.
Leadership + Management Resources
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Electives team
Aug 12, 2024
7 ways live learning builds a positive culture
Live learning is a powerful way to foster a positive and productive culture because it can impact everything from collaboration to empathy.
Culture + Collaboration Resources
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Electives team
Aug 8, 2024
Oddball boosts collaboration through shared learning
Oddball enrolled its program managers in Electives Membership, resulting in collaboration and improved services for their federal government clients.
Learning + Development Case Studies
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Electives team
Aug 7, 2024
Communication skills training for the modern workplace
Communication skills training is about creating a cohesive team that works well together.
Communication Skills Resources for HR
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Electives team
Aug 6, 2024
5 reasons why you want to cross-train your employees
Cross-training creates a resilient and dynamic workforce by fostering flexibility, engagement, collaboration and problem-solving skills.
Culture + Collaboration Resources
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Electives team
Aug 5, 2024
The Joys of Learning Together at Work
Sharing knowledge and experiences enriches individuals and organizations, creating a culture of growth and collaboration.
Learning Best Practices for HR Teams
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Electives team
Aug 2, 2024
What Is Scenario Planning?
Since the pandemic, new terms have continuously emerged to describe employee behavior and attitude shifts.
Leadership + Management Resources
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Electives team
Aug 1, 2024
What Is a SOON Funnel?
The SOON funnel is a planning framework. SOON stands for success, obstacles, options and next steps.
Leadership + Management Resources
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Electives team
Jul 31, 2024
Step-by-Step People Team Budget Guide
Build a People team budget leaders approve with steps for aligning goals, justifying line items and proving business impact.
Learning Best Practices for HR Teams
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Electives team
Jul 30, 2024
Understanding Your Company Ethos
Company ethos encompasses the values, beliefs and principles that drive the organization’s culture and decision-making.
Culture + Collaboration Resources
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Electives team
Jul 29, 2024
Top 10 ways to spend a learning stipend
Explore 10 smart ways to use a learning stipend, from live classes and certifications to books, conferences and networking.
Individual Contributor Resources