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Resources for People leaders responsible for supporting and developing employees.

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A manager is sitting at his computer, leading two of his team members through practical AI application. The two team members are standing behind him looking over his shoulder.
Electives team
 
Apr 23, 2026

12 mistakes companies make when asking managers to lead AI

Most companies expect managers to lead AI adoption without setting them up to do it successfully. Here are 12 common mistakes (and what to do instead).
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Insights from Ruthmarie Swisher, Director of Leadership & Team Effectiveness at Progress Software
Electives team
 
Apr 2, 2026

People developing people: Treat talent as a system with Ruthmarie Swisher

Ruthmarie Swisher shares why successful companies treat talent as a system, how Progress Software ran an internal AI hackathon and why modern learning means accelerators instead of educational events.
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A man is leading a workshop in a conference room. A group of people is looking at him as he points at the flipchart.
Electives team
 
Apr 21, 2026

Professional development is organizational readiness (not a perk)

Professional development builds organizational readiness for AI, remote work and constant change. Treating it as a perk leaves your organization unprepared.
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A diverse group of people are meeting in a modern conference room. Four are sitting at a conference table discussing while one is writing on the whiteboard.
Electives team
 
May 5, 2026

Belonging requires capability, not just acceptance

Workplace belonging requires capability to contribute, not just acceptance. Learn how to build belonging through competence development, not culture statements alone.
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“June” in white type on an orange background
Electives team
 
May 1, 2026

Workplace holidays to celebrate in June

We compiled a comprehensive list of June holidays you may want to observe throughout your organization. Plus, download our holiday calendar.

All resources

What is change management?
A man is leading a group of people in a change management training. The people are sitting in a circle of chairs.
Electives team
Oct 28, 2024

What is change management?

Change management is a structured approach that ensures changes are implemented smoothly.
Leadership + management
Name Your Computer Day: 10 ways to celebrate in the age of AI
A woman is looking directly at the camera over the top of her laptop. She is wearing glasses and there is a notebook on the table next to her computer.
Electives team
Oct 25, 2024

Name Your Computer Day: 10 ways to celebrate in the age of AI

Name Your Computer Day is a quirky and fun holiday that allows everyone to bring some personality to their devices.
Culture + collaboration
Launching a manager enablement program
A diverse group of four young office workers are sitting around a conference table talking. There is a whiteboard and post it notes behind them.
Electives team
Oct 24, 2024

Launching a manager enablement program

Designing an effective manager enablement program requires thoughtful planning to ensure alignment with business goals and manager needs.
Leadership + management
3 ways to help employees overcome the fear of experimenting with AI
A happy team of people are experimenting with AI in their office on their laptops.
Electives team
Oct 23, 2024

3 ways to help employees overcome the fear of experimenting with AI

Fear of making mistakes, lack of familiarity and concerns about job displacement can make experimenting with AI daunting.
Innovation + productivity
Building resilience in chaotic times
We are looking at the profile of someone's hands working on their laptop. There is a notebook open on the table with a pen on top of it.
Electives team
Oct 22, 2024

Building resilience in chaotic times

Whether dealing with rapid industry changes, economic uncertainty or internal disruptions, organizations can grow through challenges.
Culture + collaboration
Why interpersonal skills are vital during + after the AI transformation
A man is showing two coworkers how to do something on this computer.
Electives team
Oct 21, 2024

Why interpersonal skills are vital during + after the AI transformation

As AI transforms industries, both technical skills and interpersonal skills are needed.
Innovation + productivity
Building a strong company reputation by prioritizing employee growth
A young woman is working from her kitchen on her laptop with headphones on.
Electives team
Oct 18, 2024

Building a strong company reputation by prioritizing employee growth

Companies that invest in the development of their workforce build a reputation for being forward-thinking, caring and innovative.
Learning best practices
Getting good at conflict resolution
We're looking at two women sitting next to a counter having a deep conversation.
Electives team
Oct 17, 2024

Getting good at conflict resolution

Learning to navigate conflict effectively is key to building a healthy work environment where employees feel heard and valued.
Communication skills
Understanding conscious + unconscious bias in the workplace
A diverse group of job applicants are sitting in a row in the lobby of a modern office. They are laughing and conversing.
Electives team
Oct 16, 2024

Understanding conscious + unconscious bias in the workplace

Whether conscious or unconscious, bias impacts how employees interact, make decisions and shape company culture.
Culture + collaboration
Why career development should be part of your total rewards program
We're looking over the should of a man participating in a virtual training at his monitor with other participants on the screen.
Electives team
Oct 15, 2024

Why career development should be part of your total rewards program

Companies that invest in the growth of their employees see higher retention, improved performance and a more robust talent pipeline.
Learning best practices
How to spark curiosity + keep things aligned
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Electives team
Oct 11, 2024

How to spark curiosity + keep things aligned

Curiosity can drive real progress in your organization. But without focus, curiosity can go off the rails. Learn how to strike a balance.
Innovation + productivity
Boosting engagement with the 2025 holiday calendar
Three people are working together at a conference table. Two of them are looking over at the middle person's laptop.
Electives team
Oct 10, 2024

Boosting engagement with the 2025 holiday calendar

The 2025 holiday calendar is your key to balancing workloads, improving morale and avoiding that inevitable end-of-year burnout.
Culture + collaboration

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