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ELECTIVES RESOURCES

Do what works.

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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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.

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Building trust + respect in the workplace
Two women are sitting in an open common area discussing a project. One is holding a folder with papers and the other is holding a coffee.
Electives team
Aug 27, 2024

Building trust + respect in the workplace

To create an environment where everyone can excel, building trust and respect must be prioritized.
Culture + collaboration
100+ business acronyms to know
A man is working from home, reading on his laptop.
Electives team
Aug 26, 2024

100+ business acronyms to know

Understanding acronyms is essential for effective communication and decision-making within any organization.
Individual contributors
Electives featured as an I Hate It Here / Safe Space resource
Electives team
Aug 24, 2024

Electives featured as an I Hate It Here / Safe Space resource

Electives was featured in the I Hate It Here newsletter for a resource shared in the Safe Space community.
In the news + press releases
Cultivating a culture of open communication
Two women are having an open and happy conversation.
Electives team
Aug 23, 2024

Cultivating a culture of open communication

When people feel comfortable sharing ideas, feedback and concerns, it leads to stronger teams and better outcomes.
Culture + collaboration
Building a culture where problems are seen as opportunities
A diverse team is solving a problem together on a whiteboard.
Electives team
Aug 22, 2024

Building a culture where problems are seen as opportunities

Building an “opportunity culture,” where problems are seen as opportunities, transforms challenges into growth catalysts.
Culture + collaboration
AI training: Preparing employees to use AI in the workplace
A young man is holding his phone up to his face as he uses its AI tool.
Electives team
Aug 21, 2024

AI training: Preparing employees to use AI in the workplace

Preparing employees to use AI effectively helps your team harness the technology’s full potential, driving innovation and improving outcomes across the board.
Innovation + productivity
What is design thinking?
We're looking through a clear whiteboard at two people discussing a series of post-it notes as part of their design thinking process.
Electives team
Aug 20, 2024

What is design thinking?

Design thinking is a problem-solving approach that puts the end-user at the center of the process.
Culture + collaboration
How to build an innovative culture
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Electives team
Aug 19, 2024

How to build an innovative culture

Innovation is not just about coming up with new ideas — it's about creating a culture where those ideas can thrive.
Culture + collaboration
Electives instructor featured on the Funnel Reboot Podcast
Electives team
Aug 18, 2024

Electives instructor featured on the Funnel Reboot Podcast

Electives instructor Shea Cole was a guest on the Funnel Reboot podcast episode titled Greenlighting Your Marketing Strategy with a Winning Deck.
In the news + press releases
Who needs communication skills training?
A diverse group of employees are sitting around a coffee table in a common area discussing a project.
Electives team
Aug 16, 2024

Who needs communication skills training?

Here’s a detailed look at why communication skills training is essential for various organizational roles.
Communication skills
The power of live leadership training
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Electives team
Aug 15, 2024

The power of live leadership training

Live leadership training provides dynamic interactions, immediate feedback and real-time problem-solving opportunities.
Leadership + management
Early career training: Meeting the needs of new employees
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Electives team
Aug 14, 2024

Early career training: Meeting the needs of new employees

A guide to early career training, for the first 3 months, 6 months, 12 months, and 3 years.
Individual contributors

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