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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 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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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 management skills are needed in business?
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Electives team
Mar 27, 2024

What management skills are needed in business?

Discover the top 10 management skills crucial for success in today's business world.
Leadership + management
What are the benefits of professional development?
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Electives team
Mar 27, 2024

What are the benefits of professional development?

Professional development benefits are diverse, including continuous growth and innovation across an organization.
Learning best practices
Why emotional intelligence is important in the workplace
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Electives team
Mar 26, 2024

Why emotional intelligence is important in the workplace

Managers with high EQ are adept at recognizing their emotional states and understanding how their emotions influence behavior and impact others.
Leadership + management
How does leadership training improve employee performance?
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Electives team
Mar 26, 2024

How does leadership training improve employee performance?

By investing in the development of leaders within an organization, companies create a ripple effect that touches every level of the workforce.
Leadership + management
How can you help managers be more innovative?
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Electives team
Mar 25, 2024

How can you help managers be more innovative?

Here are 7 practical strategies to help managers unlock their innovative potential and inspire their teams to push boundaries and think differently.
Leadership + management
Does goal setting improve motivation?
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Electives team
Mar 25, 2024

Does goal setting improve motivation?

Goal setting motivates employees by providing direction, enhancing clarity, offering challenges and facilitating feedback.
Leadership + management
Ego suspension: A transformative skill for people leaders
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Electives team
Mar 21, 2024

Ego suspension: A transformative skill for people leaders

Ego suspension is a transformative skill focused on setting aside one's needs, opinions and perspectives to truly listen and understand others.
Leadership + management
Connections + vulnerability = boosted productivity + retention
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Electives team
Mar 20, 2024

Connections + vulnerability = boosted productivity + retention

Sierra Quiros, Senior Manager of Talent and DEIB Programs at Betterment, recently sat down with Jason Lavender of Electives for a People Developing People interview.
People leader interviews
Growth hacking — 6 ways to race to the top
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Electives team
Mar 20, 2024

Growth hacking — 6 ways to race to the top

Encourage your team to adopt a growth-hacking mindset, leveraging every available resource creatively and efficiently to boost performance.
Innovation + productivity
Accountability is critical for thriving businesses
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Electives team
Mar 20, 2024

Accountability is critical for thriving businesses

Accountability in today’s world is about navigating responsibilities with precision and integrity.
Leadership + management
Implementing radical candor to foster a high-performance culture
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Electives team
Mar 20, 2024

Implementing radical candor to foster a high-performance culture

Radical candor transforms workplace dynamics, promoting a more engaged and efficient workforce.
Culture + collaboration
How to foster a high-performance culture without burning out your employees
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Electives team
Mar 19, 2024

How to foster a high-performance culture without burning out your employees

Creating a high-performance culture within your organization doesn't mean pushing your team to the brink.
Culture + collaboration

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