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Do what works.

Resources for People leaders responsible for supporting and developing employees.

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Electives team
 
Feb 17, 2026

Why trust is the engine behind every successful AI rollout

Only 20-31% of employees trust leadership. When trust is low, AI adoption stalls. Learn why trust is a capability issue and how to build it into your rollout strategy.
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Electives team
 
Mar 3, 2026

People developing people: Why great mentors bring you in the room with Clari’s Kristina Olney

Kristina Olney shares why HR needs a seat at the table, why training managers before they become managers changes everything and what she learned from an incredible CPO.
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Electives team
 
Jan 20, 2026

What makes manager training different from leadership training

Manager training and leadership training aren't the same thing. Learn the key differences, what each role needs to learn and how to build development programs that actually work.
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Electives team
 
Feb 3, 2026

How to design "third place" learning for connection & belonging

Workplace loneliness costs $4K per employee annually. Learn how to design live, cohort-based learning as "third place" architecture that builds connection, belonging and performance.
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Electives team
 
Apr 1, 2026

Workplace holidays to celebrate in May

We’ve curated a list of holidays for May to keep you in the loop on what’s most commonly celebrated. Plus, download our holiday calendar.

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Modeling a growth mindset + talking ROI
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Electives team
May 15, 2024

Modeling a growth mindset + talking ROI

Tricia Hollyer, Chief People Officer at MineSense Technologies, recently sat down for a People Developing People interview.
People leader interviews
Learning catalyst: Embracing continuous growth as a competitive advantage
A group of employees in an office sitting around a table at a laptop, laughing and smiling.
Electives team
May 14, 2024

Learning catalyst: Embracing continuous growth as a competitive advantage

Businesses can cultivate a proactive and resilient workforce by embracing every experience as a learning catalyst.
Learning best practices
Why the best skills academy emphasizes live, personalized learning
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Electives team
May 13, 2024

Why the best skills academy emphasizes live, personalized learning

Live, personalized learning experiences are the best way to meet the career and personal development needs of today’s employees.
Learning best practices
What is a corporate trainer?
A woman who is a corporate trainer is leading a training inside of a conference room in an office setting. There are four people in the training.
Electives team
May 10, 2024

What is a corporate trainer?

Not every individual claiming to be one is capable of providing effective and enjoyable training.
Learning best practices
The 5 core competencies today’s managers need most
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Monica Noll
May 9, 2024

The 5 core competencies today’s managers need most

These are the competencies that will help a manager lead their team to accomplish their shared goal.
Leadership + management
Why adaptability is critical to success at work
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Electives team
May 8, 2024

Why adaptability is critical to success at work

Companies that embrace adaptability tend to flourish, while those that resist change often struggle to survive. Learn why.
Culture + collaboration
How to improve employee motivation
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Electives team
May 8, 2024

How to improve employee motivation

Motivated employees are more innovative and proactive, contribute positively to team dynamics and drive better customer experiences and outcomes.
Culture + collaboration
Effective communication + teamwork in fast-paced environments
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Electives team
May 7, 2024

Effective communication + teamwork in fast-paced environments

This guide provides a framework to boost communication and collaboration, key components for success in fast-paced environments.
Individual contributors
What are power skills for today’s workplace?
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Electives team
May 7, 2024

What are power skills for today’s workplace?

Power skills (aka soft skills) are absolutely critical for success in today's workplace.
Learning best practices
How can professional development help my employees?
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Electives team
May 7, 2024

How can professional development help my employees?

Professional development can significantly help your employee’s productivity and satisfaction.
Learning best practices
What are soft skills?
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Electives team
May 6, 2024

What are soft skills?

Soft skills are the interpersonal attributes you need to succeed in the workplace.
Learning best practices
Enhancing your employer brand: 10 actionable strategies
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Electives team
May 3, 2024

Enhancing your employer brand: 10 actionable strategies

Taking action to improve your employer brand can significantly enhance your ability to attract and retain top talent.
Culture + collaboration

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