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Resources for People leaders responsible for supporting and developing employees.

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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 a clearer AI-first people strategy in under 2 weeks

Most AI strategies stall because leaders lack real data about their people. Learn how an AI Fluency & Culture Assessment builds a clear 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

Your managers can communicate. Just not for the job they now have.

Communication skills can be learned. That was never really the question. The real question is why your managers are still communicating like it is 2019, and what that is costing you right now.
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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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3 frameworks for receiving feedback
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Electives team
Apr 13, 2024

3 frameworks for receiving feedback

Learn 3 practical frameworks for receiving feedback, reducing defensiveness and turning constructive input into action.
Individual contributors
Benefits of continuous learning in the workplace
A woman is at her desk taking notes on her notebook while participating in a virtual training on her laptop.
Electives team
Apr 12, 2024

Benefits of continuous learning in the workplace

Discover 5 reasons why continuous learning helps organizations remain competitive, innovative and prepared for the future.
Learning best practices
What are the characteristics of a learning culture?
A man is standing at a whiteboard leading a training. We are looking over the shoulder of one of the participants.
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
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
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
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
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
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
8 ways for managers to boost the productivity of their teams
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Electives team
Apr 5, 2024

8 ways for managers to boost the productivity of their teams

Hybrid management and meeting facilitation offer substantial opportunities to enhance team productivity.
Innovation + productivity
How managers can learn to develop their teams
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Electives team
Apr 5, 2024

How managers can learn to develop their teams

Team development requires managers to foster growth, facilitate career development and ensure career progression alignment.
Leadership + management
Why change management is an essential skill for managers
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Electives team
Apr 4, 2024

Why change management is an essential skill for managers

Change management is no longer a specialized skill reserved for experts but a critical competency every manager must possess.
Leadership + management

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