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ELECTIVES RESOURCES

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
 
Feb 27, 2026

Workplace holidays to celebrate in April

A curated catalog of April workplace holidays, including month-long celebrations and a link to our holiday calendar.

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Electives instructor Adeola Sole featured in The Email Marketing Chronicles
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Electives team
Jul 18, 2023

Electives instructor Adeola Sole featured in The Email Marketing Chronicles

Adeola is a thought leader in the CRM and email marketing industry. The video highlights Adeola’s expertise in working with luxury ecommerce brands.
In the news + press releases
Building a positive employee experience
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Electives team
Jul 17, 2023

Building a positive employee experience

Cassandra Babilya, the Head of Employee Experience Strategy at Amazon Web Services (AWS), provides valuable insights into creating a positive and engaging employee experience.
People leader interviews
LGBTQIA+ inclusion: Report-based insights on gaps + opportunities
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Electives team
Jun 30, 2023

LGBTQIA+ inclusion: Report-based insights on gaps + opportunities

A recent report by Deloitte Global provides critical insights into the experiences of LGBT+ employees across various sectors and countries, offering valuable data for HR and people leaders.
Culture + collaboration
Managing productivity after a RIF
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Electives team
Jun 15, 2023

Managing productivity after a RIF

During times of uncertainty, leaders should focus on supporting individuals to process change, foster connections and drive efficiency.
Learning best practices
Strategic HR is a competitive advantage
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Electives team
Jun 12, 2023

Strategic HR is a competitive advantage

Evan Pierce, VP of People & Culture for the Boston Celtics, shares employee growth strategies, innovative approaches to collaboration and the future of HR data.
People leader interviews
Electives named ‘Corporate Learning Solution of the Year’
Electives – EdTech Breakthrough Award 2023 – Corporate learning solution of the year
Electives team
Jun 8, 2023

Electives named ‘Corporate Learning Solution of the Year’

“Electives isn’t your run-of-the-mill corporate learning experience, and that’s by design,” expressed Jason Lavender, CEO and co-founder of Electives.
In the news + press releases
Nurturing employee growth and connection
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Electives team
Jun 5, 2023

Nurturing employee growth and connection

Shimrit Paley Markette, Chief People Officer of Second Nature, shared her expertise and valuable insights on developing people, building strong communities and embracing the power of remote work.
People leader interviews
Unveiling the secrets of HR leadership in building thriving work cultures
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Electives team
May 26, 2023

Unveiling the secrets of HR leadership in building thriving work cultures

Hamutal Oren-Fox, an esteemed expert and the Chief People Officer at Venn City, shares practical perspectives on thriving work cultures.
People leader interviews
Electives co-founder and CEO Jason Lavender in Business Ninjas
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Electives team
May 16, 2023

Electives co-founder and CEO Jason Lavender in Business Ninjas

Jason Lavender, Electives co-founder and CEO, was recently interviewed by Kelsey McDonald on the Business Ninjas podcast, sponsored by WriteForMe.
In the news + press releases
The key drivers of job satisfaction
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Electives team
May 15, 2023

The key drivers of job satisfaction

The recently conducted survey by The Conference Board sheds light on key drivers that shape employee satisfaction and offers valuable insights for organizations aiming to enhance their workplace environments.
Culture + collaboration
Electives instructor featured in The HR Director
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Electives team
May 4, 2023

Electives instructor featured in The HR Director

Electives instructor Emily Mikailli discusses strategies for observing Stress Awareness Month.
In the news + press releases
Electives, Inc. to launch Electives Membership on June 1
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Electives team
May 4, 2023

Electives, Inc. to launch Electives Membership on June 1

A new employee benefits program, Electives Membership lets employers give their employees individualized live learning opportunities.
In the news + press releases

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