Skip navigation
Login

Request demo

Request demo

ELECTIVES RESOURCES

Do what works.

Resources for People leaders responsible for supporting and developing employees.

Featured resources

Text Link
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).
Text Link
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.
Text Link
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.
Text Link
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.
Text Link
“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

Maintaining a fast-paced environment (without burning out your people)
A young woman is working on her laptop on the couch while talking on the phone and holding a document.
Electives team
Oct 9, 2024

Maintaining a fast-paced environment (without burning out your people)

A fast-paced environment is a potential trap for burnout. It takes the right culture and careful attention to make it work.
Culture + collaboration
10 Halloween team-building ideas for work
A Jack-o-lantern sits on the counter of an office break room that is decorated for Halloween.
Electives team
Oct 8, 2024

10 Halloween team-building ideas for work

Halloween is a perfect opportunity to boost team spirit, encourage creativity and give everyone a break from their day-to-day routines.
Culture + collaboration
Top 10 communication skills class categories
A group of four diverse employees are having a conversation in a conference room.
Electives team
Oct 7, 2024

Top 10 communication skills class categories

Strong communication skills are essential at every level of an organization. Discover the top categories and who needs to be good at what.
Communication skills
100 unique gift ideas for employees
A woman is watering a plan on her desk. We are looking at her from the side.
Electives team
Oct 3, 2024

100 unique gift ideas for employees

Recognizing your employees' efforts through thoughtful gifts can enhance employee engagement, boost morale and strengthen your company culture.
Culture + collaboration
Electives Co-Founder + CEO talks CPD in Authority Magazine
Electives team
Oct 2, 2024

Electives Co-Founder + CEO talks CPD in Authority Magazine

Learn how continuous professional development encourages employees to stay at organizations longer.
In the news + press releases
5 movies that prove bad managers can ruin everything
Electives team
Oct 2, 2024

5 movies that prove bad managers can ruin everything

Sometimes the best way to understand the importance of good managers is to see what happens when bad managers are in charge.
Leadership + management
How to create a strong leadership culture
A diverse group of coworkers are working in an office common area.
Electives team
Oct 1, 2024

How to create a strong leadership culture

Discover the key traits that define effective leadership plus a list of practical training topics.
Leadership + management
What is active listening?
A group of coworkers are listening and smiling at a coworker telling a story.
Electives team
Sep 30, 2024

What is active listening?

Active listening involves fully engaging with the speaker, understanding their message and responding thoughtfully.
Communication skills
Helping employees learn to say ‘no’
Two women are looking at a tablet and smiling n an office.
Electives team
Sep 27, 2024

Helping employees learn to say ‘no’

Learning to say no helps employees set boundaries, manage workloads and focus on what truly matters.
Leadership + management
What is the modern manager?
A diverse team of people are smiling and laughing, looking at the same laptop.
Electives team
Sep 26, 2024

What is the modern manager?

With their diverse skill sets, the modern manager is key in driving productivity and success, blending accountability, empathy, innovation and influence.
Leadership + management
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
"Electives in the news" at the top in black font. The podcast show art and Jason's headshot are beneath it. The background is a blue gradient.
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

Request a demo.