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Resources for People leaders responsible for supporting and developing employees.

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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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A man is leading a small group discussion in a professional development program.
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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What is a corporate trainer?
A woman who is a corporate trainer is leading a training inside of a conference room in an office setting. There are four people in the training.
Electives team
May 10, 2024

What is a corporate trainer?

Not every individual claiming to be one is capable of providing effective and enjoyable training.
Learning best practices
The 5 core competencies today’s managers need most
A woman is standing in front of a seated circle of employees leading a meeting.
Monica Noll
May 9, 2024

The 5 core competencies today’s managers need most

These are the competencies that will help a manager lead their team to accomplish their shared goal.
Leadership + management
Why adaptability is critical to success at work
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Electives team
May 8, 2024

Why adaptability is critical to success at work

Companies that embrace adaptability tend to flourish, while those that resist change often struggle to survive. Learn why.
Culture + collaboration
How to improve employee motivation
There are employees gathered around a conference table having a meeting. They're laughing and smiling.
Electives team
May 8, 2024

How to improve employee motivation

Motivated employees are more innovative and proactive, contribute positively to team dynamics and drive better customer experiences and outcomes.
Culture + collaboration
Effective communication + teamwork in fast-paced environments
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Electives team
May 7, 2024

Effective communication + teamwork in fast-paced environments

This guide provides a framework to boost communication and collaboration, key components for success in fast-paced environments.
Individual contributors
What are power skills for today’s workplace?
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Electives team
May 7, 2024

What are power skills for today’s workplace?

Power skills (aka soft skills) are absolutely critical for success in today's workplace.
Learning best practices
How can professional development help my employees?
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Electives team
May 7, 2024

How can professional development help my employees?

Professional development can significantly help your employee’s productivity and satisfaction.
Learning best practices
What are soft skills?
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Electives team
May 6, 2024

What are soft skills?

Soft skills are the interpersonal attributes you need to succeed in the workplace.
Learning best practices
Enhancing your employer brand: 10 actionable strategies
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Electives team
May 3, 2024

Enhancing your employer brand: 10 actionable strategies

Taking action to improve your employer brand can significantly enhance your ability to attract and retain top talent.
Culture + collaboration
Embracing life learning: Continuous growth at every career stage
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Electives team
May 2, 2024

Embracing life learning: Continuous growth at every career stage

Continuous learning is a life-long endeavor that evolves with each career stage from IC to executive.
Learning best practices
Electives featured in Resources for Humans Juneteenth resources
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Electives team
May 1, 2024

Electives featured in Resources for Humans Juneteenth resources

RfH is a free Slack community of 23,000+ HR leaders designed to help HR professionals connect, share advice and ask questions.
In the news + press releases
Employee training plan template
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Electives team
May 1, 2024

Employee training plan template

Customize this employee training plan template based on the specific training needs of different roles or departments.
Learning best practices

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