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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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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
 
Sep 1, 2025

Workplace holidays to celebrate in October

We’ve curated a list of workplace holidays to celebrate in October. Plus download our annual holiday calendar.

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How to design a lunch & learn on effective communication
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Electives team
Feb 3, 2024

How to design a lunch & learn on effective communication

Here's a structured approach to creating a fun, memorable and impactful session on effective communication.
Culture + collaboration
What is a high-performance culture?
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Electives team
Feb 2, 2024

What is a high-performance culture?

Explore the intricacies of a high-performing culture, detailing the key elements, the essential benefits and the challenges that leaders may face in cultivating this environment.
Culture + collaboration
Electives listed as a top Boston startup company in Best Startup
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Electives team
Jan 31, 2024

Electives listed as a top Boston startup company in Best Startup

[For the startups on this list], their scaling growth and innovation make them outstanding amongst others, hereby, making them brilliant representations of startup culture in Boston.
In the news + press releases
Real talk on People leadership of today
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Electives team
Jan 31, 2024

Real talk on People leadership of today

Alexandre Seiler shares insights in our People Developing People interview
People leader interviews
What is team building at work?
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Electives team
Jan 30, 2024

What is team building at work?

Enhance workplace productivity with effective team building strategies. Foster unity, boost morale and improve communication through workshops, games and collaborative projects. Invest in consistent team building for a positive work culture.
Culture + collaboration
Is DEI training effective in organizations?
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Electives team
Jan 29, 2024

Is DEI training effective in organizations?

Elevate workplace culture with effective diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) training. Learn how to measure success, foster inclusivity and overcome challenges for a dynamic and equitable organizational culture.
Culture + collaboration
What are today’s L&D needs in the workplace?
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Electives team
Jan 26, 2024

What are today’s L&D needs in the workplace?

From identifying needs to implementing tailored training, foster continuous learning and growth, elevate your organization with these modern Learning and Development (L&D) strategies.
Learning best practices
What does professional development mean in today's workplace?
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Electives team
Jan 24, 2024

What does professional development mean in today's workplace?

Hint: It’s not just getting certifications or attending workshops and conferences.
Learning best practices
Boosting organizational performance with training + development
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Electives team
Jan 23, 2024

Boosting organizational performance with training + development

The power of training in elevating organizational performance
Learning best practices
Communication skills training: A guide for modern teams
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Electives team
Jan 22, 2024

Communication skills training: A guide for modern teams

Why communication skills training is vital for today's workforce
Communication skills
5 ways to help your managers step up their games
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Electives team
Jan 19, 2024

5 ways to help your managers step up their games

Transform your management skills using actionable tips – set goals, provide effective feedback, manage strengths, be a coach and enroll in tailored training.
Leadership + management
Electives instructor featured in TvTech
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Electives team
Jan 18, 2024

Electives instructor featured in TvTech

Electives instructor Stephen Barr discusses his appointment as Senior Vice President of Non-Traditional Revenue at CBS Stations.
In the news + press releases

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