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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.

All resources

What are the characteristics of a learning culture?
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Electives team
Apr 10, 2024

What are the characteristics of a learning culture?

Embracing these 6 characteristics can transform an organization, making it more resilient and competitive.
Culture + Collaboration Resources
Thoughts on the intersection of life + work and why human connection is essential
Electives team
Apr 9, 2024

Thoughts on the intersection of life + work and why human connection is essential

Jennifer Smithwood-Green, L&D, People and Culture expert, recently sat down with Jason Lavender of Electives for a People Developing People interview.
People Leader Interviews
5 reasons a growth mindset is a competitive advantage
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Electives team
Apr 9, 2024

5 reasons a growth mindset is a competitive advantage

Championing a growth mindset is one of the most impactful strategies People leaders can implement to ensure an organization's long-term success.
Culture + Collaboration Resources
Recognizing achievements to motivate employees
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Electives team
Apr 8, 2024

Recognizing achievements to motivate employees

Recognizing employees' achievements, big and small, is crucial in driving a high-performance culture within organizations.
Culture + Collaboration Resources
What does a high-performance culture look like?
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Electives team
Apr 8, 2024

What does a high-performance culture look like?

With a framework built on ambition, accountability and achievement, every employee is driven to excel within a high-performance culture.
Culture + Collaboration Resources
How to handle emotional employees
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Electives team
Apr 7, 2024

How to handle emotional employees

Dealing with emotionally charged employees can be challenging. This guide helps manage these situations compassionately and professionally.
Leadership + Management Resources
Why creative thinking benefits employees at all levels
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Electives team
Apr 5, 2024

Why creative thinking benefits employees at all levels

Creativity is the spark that ignites innovation, leading to groundbreaking ideas and transformative solutions.
Culture + Collaboration Resources
Why change management is an essential skill for managers
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Jason Lavender
Apr 4, 2024

Why change management is an essential skill for managers

Learn why change management matters and the five skills managers need to lead teams through AI adoption, disruption and new ways of working.
Leadership + Management Resources
How to help managers build trust with their teams
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Electives team
Apr 3, 2024

How to help managers build trust with their teams

For managers, creating a culture of trust and respect requires developing skills to foster relationships and ensure psychological safety.
Leadership + Management Resources
How future leaders can learn the power of influence
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Electives team
Apr 2, 2024

How future leaders can learn the power of influence

How can leaders harness the power of influence? Learning the art of advocacy, managing up and negotiations can make a big impact.
Leadership + Management Resources
How to help future leaders build strong partnerships
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Electives team
Apr 1, 2024

How to help future leaders build strong partnerships

Discover the 6 areas of learning for future leaders who want to create strong partnerships.
Leadership + Management Resources
Models to help managers build trust + reduce micromanagement
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Electives team
Mar 31, 2024

Models to help managers build trust + reduce micromanagement

When managers trust their team members, they feel confident delegating tasks and giving employees the autonomy to make decisions.
Leadership + Management Resources

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