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Electives team
 
Aug 15, 2025

AI 2.0 is here. Is your learning strategy ready?

The next phase of AI is about capability, not adoption. Here’s how HR can equip teams to actually use AI tools in smarter, more strategic ways.
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Electives team
 
Jul 30, 2025

The 4 overlooked skills holding back your managers (and how to fix them)

These four capabilities directly shape culture, retention and team performance. Here’s how to build them.
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Electives team
 
Aug 6, 2025

Performance reviews with a purpose: How to make them forward-looking

Most reviews focus on what already happened. Here’s how to use them to build future capability instead.
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Electives team
 
Jul 3, 2025

7 ways to build professional development programs employees want

Professional development should drive growth for employees and the business. Explore practical strategies to design programs that engage, motivate and deliver results.
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Electives team
 
Nov 1, 2025

Workplace holidays to celebrate in December

Month-long celebrations in December, workplace holidays in December and our holiday calendar download.

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5 ways to boost morale while cutting costs
Electives team
Sep 25, 2024

5 ways to boost morale while cutting costs

Motivating your team with low-cost or even no-cost strategies is possible. Here are 5 practical ways.
Culture + collaboration
Electives Co-Founder featured on the Storylines Live podcast
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Electives team
Sep 24, 2024

Electives Co-Founder featured on the Storylines Live podcast

Storylines Live breaks down business storytelling and interviews business leaders and marketing experts about their own stories.
In the news + press releases
What happens when your manager changes
Electives team
Sep 24, 2024

What happens when your manager changes

Maintaining team engagement and productivity during manager changes is crucial. Use this step-by-step guide to get it right.
Individual contributors
Training a new manager: A step-by-step guide
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Electives team
Sep 23, 2024

Training a new manager: A step-by-step guide

Training a new manager requires a strategic approach to ensure they develop the skills, confidence and mindset necessary to lead effectively.
Leadership + management
9 ways to prep for performance review season
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Electives team
Sep 20, 2024

9 ways to prep for performance review season

A well-executed performance review process involves strategic planning, continuous feedback and robust training for managers and employees.
Leadership + management
Risk management — the 9 skills your team needs
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Electives team
Sep 20, 2024

Risk management — the 9 skills your team needs

Risk management is critical for businesses aiming to navigate uncertainty and ensure long-term success.
Leadership + management
Electives featured in the I Hate it Here newsletter
Electives team
Sep 20, 2024

Electives featured in the I Hate it Here newsletter

EVP Head of Marketing Kathy Bryan shared thoughts on imposter syndrome
In the news + press releases
Financial acumen: The 5 basics all your employees need
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Electives team
Sep 18, 2024

Financial acumen: The 5 basics all your employees need

Employees with financial knowledge make better decisions and contribute to business success.
Individual contributors
World’s most successful purpose-driven business models
Electives team
Sep 17, 2024

World’s most successful purpose-driven business models

Authority Magazine recently interviewed Electives Co-Founder and COO Krikor Dzeronian in "Innovation on Purpose."
In the news + press releases
What is executive presence?
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Electives team
Sep 17, 2024

What is executive presence?

Executive presence is a blend of confidence, communication and credibility that sets leaders apart.
Leadership + management
5 ways CPD helps recruitment efforts
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Electives team
Sep 16, 2024

5 ways CPD helps recruitment efforts

To attract motivated and skilled candidates, companies need to create an environment where learning and growth are visibly prioritized.
Learning best practices
Electives highlighted as resource for Human Rights Day
Electives team
Sep 13, 2024

Electives highlighted as resource for Human Rights Day

Chartered Trading Standards Institute spotlighted Electives in their Human Rights Day feature.
In the news + press releases

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