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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 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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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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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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Electives instructor Jenny Vazquez-Newsum featured in Fortune
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Electives team
Oct 24, 2023

Electives instructor Jenny Vazquez-Newsum featured in Fortune

Electives instructor Jenny Vazquez-Newsum was featured in Fortune sharing tips for becoming a more inclusive leader.
In the News + Press Releases
Electives instructor featured in Forbes
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Electives team
Oct 14, 2023

Electives instructor featured in Forbes

Electives instructor Ruth Rathblott advocates for focusing on abilities rather than disabilities to empower individuals in the workplace.
In the News + Press Releases
Shaping the Future of Work With Shari Chernack
Electives team
Oct 10, 2023

Shaping the Future of Work With Shari Chernack

Shari Chernack, Senior Principal of People Strategy + Transformation at Mercer, shares insights during the latest People developing people interview.
People Leader Interviews
Addressing work/life balance + mental health issues for women
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Electives team
Sep 25, 2023

Addressing work/life balance + mental health issues for women

Prime-age women face steep work-life and mental health pressures. Practical steps HR teams can take to support them and protect business results.
Culture + Collaboration Resources
Measuring DEI progress: A guide for people leaders
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Electives team
Sep 22, 2023

Measuring DEI progress: A guide for people leaders

Discover current DEI measuring trends, reasons companies aren't using DEI tools and actionable steps to bridge the gap between understanding and implementation.
Culture + Collaboration Resources
Adapting to Gen Z in the remote workplace
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Electives team
Sep 14, 2023

Adapting to Gen Z in the remote workplace

Learn actionable strategies to attract, retain and engage Gen Z employees.
Culture + Collaboration Resources
A comprehensive guide to effective coaching
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Electives team
Sep 5, 2023

A comprehensive guide to effective coaching

A coaching guide for people managers, with five resources and reflection exercises to help leaders develop their teams and drive real growth.
Learning Best Practices for HR Teams
Electives instructor featured in The Type A+ podcast
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Electives team
Aug 30, 2023

Electives instructor featured in The Type A+ podcast

Kerry Anne Hoffman, an organization and project management expert, was interviewed for the “How to Optimize Everything” episode.
In the News + Press Releases
Cultural differences in the workplace
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Electives team
Aug 30, 2023

Cultural differences in the workplace

Create an environment where employees feel empowered and can thrive personally and professionally by educating your employees about cultural differences.
Culture + Collaboration Resources
Goal setting: A comprehensive guide
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Electives team
Aug 28, 2023

Goal setting: A comprehensive guide

Insights, strategies and tools to help you foster a culture of goal-setting within your organization.
Learning Best Practices for HR Teams
Tapping into the strengths of Generation Z in the workforce
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Electives team
Aug 15, 2023

Tapping into the strengths of Generation Z in the workforce

Gen Z brings digital fluency and clear values to work. How HR leaders can engage them around purpose, flexibility and mental health at work.
Culture + Collaboration Resources
Electives instructor featured in Yale News
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Electives team
Aug 9, 2023

Electives instructor featured in Yale News

Wes Gobar shares his work helping young Black professionals secure green jobs and help inform climate policy.
In the News + Press Releases

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