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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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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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“June” in white type on an orange background
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.

All resources

How to foster a high-performance culture without burning out your employees
There are four people standing around a desk. They are engaged in a happy conversation and there is also a laptop on the table.
Electives team
Mar 19, 2024

How to foster a high-performance culture without burning out your employees

Creating a high-performance culture within your organization doesn't mean pushing your team to the brink.
Culture + collaboration
What topics should new manager training include?
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Electives team
Mar 19, 2024

What topics should new manager training include?

Stepping into a managerial role requires a variety of skills to effectively lead a team and contribute to an organization's success.
Leadership + management
Understanding Gen Z: A game-changer for HR success
There are a group of six women sitting around a long table engaged in a meeting. There is one woman sitting at the head of the table speaking with the others.
Electives team
Mar 18, 2024

Understanding Gen Z: A game-changer for HR success

If you want to recruit, engage and retain Gen Z employees, here are 12 ways to do it.
Individual contributors
How to measure manager performance
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Electives team
Mar 18, 2024

How to measure manager performance

Discover 4 of the most critical manager KPIs and 6 effective strategies for evaluating manager performance.
Leadership + management
Why is manager training important?
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Electives team
Mar 15, 2024

Why is manager training important?

Manager training has an influence that extends well past the individuals going through the training.
Leadership + management
Constructive feedback examples + how a feedback culture fosters growth
Two woman are sitting at a table in an office and there are two laptops in front of them on the table. They are engaged in a discussion.
Electives team
Mar 15, 2024

Constructive feedback examples + how a feedback culture fosters growth

Constructive feedback is a cornerstone of employee growth, engagement and company success. Share these 4 examples of constructive feedback.
Communication skills
Who are the best manager trainers?
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Electives team
Mar 14, 2024

Who are the best manager trainers?

Exceptional manager trainers engage and motivate managers, transforming training sessions into interactive learning experiences with lasting impact.
Leadership + management
You can never replace human interaction
Electives team
Mar 13, 2024

You can never replace human interaction

Jordan Stallings, Managing Partner at Pear NYC, sat down for a People Developing People interview.
People leader interviews
Talent management vs. performance management: Understanding the key differences
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Electives team
Mar 12, 2024

Talent management vs. performance management: Understanding the key differences

While both talent management and performance are crucial for the growth and success of a company, they serve distinct purposes.
Leadership + management
How to improve meeting facilitation
A woman is at home on her computer in a virtual meeting. There are four other women on the screen who are also in the virtual meeting.
Electives team
Mar 11, 2024

How to improve meeting facilitation

Mastering meeting facilitation skills is crucial for managers aiming to drive productivity, foster collaboration and ensure meaningful engagement.
Learning best practices
What are good communication skills courses?
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Electives team
Mar 8, 2024

What are good communication skills courses?

These are the 6 types of communication skills courses your employees need.
Communication skills
How can you train your managers to be leaders?
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Electives team
Mar 8, 2024

How can you train your managers to be leaders?

The answer lies in a strategic approach to manager training and leadership development, emphasizing live learning and engaging instructors.
Leadership + management

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