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Resources for People leaders responsible for supporting and developing employees.

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May 5, 2025

Elevating PUMA’s managers for agile leadership

How PUMA’s managers got real-world leadership training with live sessions that helped them build trust, boost performance and lead with confidence.
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Electives team
 
Feb 13, 2025

What good leaders do vs. what bad leaders do

Good leadership is about showing up for your team — especially during change, growth or challenges.
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Electives team
 
May 16, 2025

Why custom AI simulations are transforming learning (and what most companies are missing)

Custom AI simulations help employees build real-world skills through practice, feedback and emotional realism so they’re ready when it really counts.
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Electives team
 
Apr 16, 2025

Thriving in the skills economy

In the skills economy, value is defined by what people can do—not what’s on their resume. Here’s how organizations and employees can adapt and grow.
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Electives team
 
May 1, 2025

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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Five competencies that separate good managers from great ones
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Electives team
Mar 28, 2025

Five competencies that separate good managers from great ones

Help advanced managers lead with impact by building the skills that drive alignment, accountability and long-term business results.
Leadership + management
Build a competency framework that actually works
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Electives team
Mar 27, 2025

Build a competency framework that actually works

A step-by-step guide to build a framework that enhances employee performance and strengthens your organization.
Learning best practices
The five core competencies every manager needs to build high-performing teams
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Electives team
Mar 26, 2025

The five core competencies every manager needs to build high-performing teams

Managers who master these five competencies create engaged, adaptable teams that contribute to long-term growth.
Leadership + management
Learning that works (part 3 of 3): For learning to work, it has to be effective for the business
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Electives team
Mar 20, 2025

Learning that works (part 3 of 3): For learning to work, it has to be effective for the business

Tie employee learning to real business results—so training helps teams build skills that drive growth, retention and performance.
Learning best practices
Learning that works (part 2 of 3): For learning to work, it has to be easy for lean HR and People teams
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Electives team
Mar 19, 2025

Learning that works (part 2 of 3): For learning to work, it has to be easy for lean HR and People teams

Make learning simple for HR and People teams—so they can launch, manage and scale training without burning out.
Learning best practices
Learning that works (part 1 of 3): For learning to work, it has to be enjoyable for employees
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Electives team
Mar 17, 2025

Learning that works (part 1 of 3): For learning to work, it has to be enjoyable for employees

Make employee learning something people actually want to do—so they pay attention, remember it and use it on the job.
Learning best practices
Why AI role plays work (and what makes them worth doing)
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Electives team
Mar 14, 2025

Why AI role plays work (and what makes them worth doing)

AI role plays take the awkward out of practicing tough conversations—and they actually help people learn.
Communication skills
Learning that works: How to create enjoyable, easy, and effective training programs
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Electives team
Mar 12, 2025

Learning that works: How to create enjoyable, easy, and effective training programs

Achieving learning that works means making it enjoyable for employees, easy for lean People teams to manage, and effective for the business. Here’s how to do all three.
Learning best practices
Celebrating International Fun at Work Day
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Electives team
Mar 12, 2025

Celebrating International Fun at Work Day

Celebrated each year on April 1st, International Fun at Work Day encourages employers and employees to inject joy and laughter into the workplace.
Culture + collaboration
Electives launches AI simulations to give employees a safe space to practice critical skills
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Electives team
Mar 11, 2025

Electives launches AI simulations to give employees a safe space to practice critical skills

AI Simulations give employees a safe way to practice real-world skills like feedback and conflict—so they’re ready when it counts.
In the news + press releases
Know your audience: Why assessing AI-readiness is crucial before company-wide AI training
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Electives team
Mar 10, 2025

Know your audience: Why assessing AI-readiness is crucial before company-wide AI training

Before launching AI training across your organization, it's critical to understand employees' expertise, confidence levels, and specific needs.
Innovation + productivity
How AI simulations refine leadership communication
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Electives team
Mar 6, 2025

How AI simulations refine leadership communication

AI-powered simulations give leaders a structured way to refine their communication skills in a realistic, low-pressure environment.
Leadership + management

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