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Resources for People leaders responsible for supporting and developing employees.

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Electives team
 
Jul 16, 2025

How managers drive cultural change

Want to change your culture? Start with how your managers run meetings, give feedback and support careers.
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Electives team
 
Jun 5, 2025

AI skills that drive innovation, not just automation

With AI Appreciation Day coming up, it’s time to build AI skills into your programs—so employees use AI to drive innovation and business value, not just automate tasks.
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Electives team
 
Jul 25, 2024

Top 10 reasons employees don't use their learning stipends

Learning stipends can transform careers and drive organizational success. Yet, many employees fail to take advantage of these opportunities.
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Electives team
 
Jul 1, 2025

Workplace holidays to celebrate in August

We’ve curated a list of holidays for August to keep you in the loop on what’s most commonly celebrated. Plus, download our holiday calendar.
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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

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Nurturing employee growth and connection
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Electives team
Jun 5, 2023

Nurturing employee growth and connection

Shimrit Paley Markette, Chief People Officer of Second Nature, shared her expertise and valuable insights on developing people, building strong communities and embracing the power of remote work.
People leader interviews
Unveiling the secrets of HR leadership in building thriving work cultures
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Electives team
May 26, 2023

Unveiling the secrets of HR leadership in building thriving work cultures

Hamutal Oren-Fox, an esteemed expert and the Chief People Officer at Venn City, shares practical perspectives on thriving work cultures.
People leader interviews
Electives co-founder and CEO Jason Lavender in Business Ninjas
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Electives team
May 16, 2023

Electives co-founder and CEO Jason Lavender in Business Ninjas

Jason Lavender, Electives co-founder and CEO, was recently interviewed by Kelsey McDonald on the Business Ninjas podcast, sponsored by WriteForMe.
In the news + press releases
The key drivers of job satisfaction
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Electives team
May 15, 2023

The key drivers of job satisfaction

The recently conducted survey by The Conference Board sheds light on key drivers that shape employee satisfaction and offers valuable insights for organizations aiming to enhance their workplace environments.
Culture + collaboration
Electives instructor featured in The HR Director
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Electives team
May 4, 2023

Electives instructor featured in The HR Director

Electives instructor Emily Mikailli discusses strategies for observing Stress Awareness Month.
In the news + press releases
Electives, Inc. to launch Electives Membership on June 1
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Electives team
May 4, 2023

Electives, Inc. to launch Electives Membership on June 1

A new employee benefits program, Electives Membership lets employers give their employees individualized live learning opportunities.
In the news + press releases
Electives Co-Founder and COO Krikor Dzeronian in Authority Magazine
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Electives team
May 1, 2023

Electives Co-Founder and COO Krikor Dzeronian in Authority Magazine

Krikor Dzeronian, Electives co-founder and COO, was recently interviewed by Authority Magazine reporter Savio P. Clemente on how to learn to believe in yourself.
In the news + press releases
7 strategies to teach your team the art of managing up
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Electives team
Apr 28, 2023

7 strategies to teach your team the art of managing up

Managing up can be challenging for many teams, even with the best tools and processes available.
Leadership + management
Electives instructor featured in Employer News
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Electives team
Apr 26, 2023

Electives instructor featured in Employer News

Electives instructor Emily Mikailli shares insights on breaking the stigma around stress during Stress Awareness Month.
In the news + press releases
Electives instructor featured in Forbes magazine
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Electives team
Mar 29, 2023

Electives instructor featured in Forbes magazine

Matt Johnson shares how color impacts consumer behavior.
In the news + press releases
Boost your retention rates with employee development
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Electives team
Mar 22, 2023

Boost your retention rates with employee development

There are many ways to boost retention throughout an organization. One of the most effective ways is to invest in the development of your employees.
Learning best practices
How to enhance the leadership qualities of your employees
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Electives team
Mar 16, 2023

How to enhance the leadership qualities of your employees

Developing leadership skills across all the people within your organization (not just the leaders) can boost engagement and motivation.
Leadership + management

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