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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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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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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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How to coach up: Strategies for providing feedback to bosses
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Electives team
Jun 10, 2024

How to coach up: Strategies for providing feedback to bosses

Providing feedback to bosses can be challenging, but the right strategies and models can significantly improve leadership and organizational success.
Communication skills
15 questions managers should ask when transitioning an employee to their team
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Electives team
Jun 7, 2024

15 questions managers should ask when transitioning an employee to their team

Asking these questions facilitates a smooth transition and sets the stage for the employee's success and integration into the new team.
Leadership + management
Electives Named Professional Development Solution Provider of the Year
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Electives team
Jun 6, 2024

Electives Named Professional Development Solution Provider of the Year

Honored by EdTech Breakthrough for outstanding innovation in educational technology
In the news + press releases
8 essential benefits of live learning
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Electives team
Jun 6, 2024

8 essential benefits of live learning

See how live learning boosts skills and motivation with interactive, real-time sessions that keep employees engaged, connected and up-to-date with the latest trends.
Learning best practices
Strengthening employee development: Overcoming managerial weakness
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Electives team
Jun 5, 2024

Strengthening employee development: Overcoming managerial weakness

A recent Gallup report highlighted several key strengths and weaknesses of today’s managers.
Leadership + management
Creating a comprehensive onboarding strategy
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Electives team
Jun 4, 2024

Creating a comprehensive onboarding strategy

Here's an in-depth onboarding strategy tailored for different categories: new hires, internal hires, promotions, remote, hybrid, in-person, ICs, managers, executives.
Learning best practices
How to create psychological safety
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Electives team
Jun 3, 2024

How to create psychological safety

Creating psychological safety within a team fosters a productive and innovative work environment.
Culture + collaboration
Top 10 productivity hacks to implement today
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Electives team
May 31, 2024

Top 10 productivity hacks to implement today

Implement these productivity hacks to create a more efficient, engaged and productive workplace.
Innovation + productivity
Skills gap survey for managers: A step-by-step guide
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Electives team
May 30, 2024

Skills gap survey for managers: A step-by-step guide

This guide will help you design an effective survey to pinpoint skills gaps and develop targeted training programs.
Learning best practices
How to align your L&D initiatives with business objectives
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Electives team
May 29, 2024

How to align your L&D initiatives with business objectives

This guide outlines a step-by-step approach to ensure your L&D efforts directly support and drive business goals.
Learning best practices
How to achieve the 15 most important HR KPIs
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Electives team
May 28, 2024

How to achieve the 15 most important HR KPIs

Discover the 15 most important HR KPIs and leverage this example of a full-year HR plan to achieve them.
Learning best practices
9 ways to reward + support ERG leaders
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Electives team
May 27, 2024

9 ways to reward + support ERG leaders

Recognizing and supporting ERG leaders is essential for maintaining their motivation and ensuring the continued growth of their ERGs.
Culture + collaboration

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