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Resources for People leaders responsible for supporting and developing employees.

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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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What is the most likely consequence of setting unrealistic goals?
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Electives team
Feb 15, 2024

What is the most likely consequence of setting unrealistic goals?

When ambition overshadows realism, the fallout can impact an organization's morale, productivity and bottom line. Learn the pitfalls and how to avoid them.
Leadership + management
Key insights to boost employee engagement in 2024
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Electives team
Feb 14, 2024

Key insights to boost employee engagement in 2024

Discover critical strategies from the 2024 Gallup survey on U.S. employee engagement for leaders to boost hybrid engagement.
Culture + collaboration
Shaping tomorrow's workforce: Key trends and insights from the Future of Jobs report
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Electives team
Feb 13, 2024

Shaping tomorrow's workforce: Key trends and insights from the Future of Jobs report

The WEF Future of Jobs Report 2023 offers insights into the global job market, and we're here to break it down, focusing on key trends and actionable strategies.
Culture + collaboration
Why is communication skills training important?
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Electives team
Feb 12, 2024

Why is communication skills training important?

Learn why building your team's communication skills is a necessity in any organization.
Communication skills
Navigating the skills development landscape in the modern workforce
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Electives team
Feb 12, 2024

Navigating the skills development landscape in the modern workforce

Learn why 74% of Millennials and Gen Z consider changing jobs – and discover actionable HR strategies for skills development and employee retention in this comprehensive guide.
Learning best practices
Is personal development important in modern workplaces?
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Electives team
Feb 9, 2024

Is personal development important in modern workplaces?

Understanding the many ways personal development can be woven into the fabric of your team's daily experience is crucial for People leaders, executives and managers.
Individual contributors
How can you support an employee's ability to bounce back?
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Electives team
Feb 8, 2024

How can you support an employee's ability to bounce back?

Supporting an employee's ability to bounce back from setbacks is crucial for maintaining a resilient and productive team.
Leadership + management
Giving + receiving feedback: A guide for People leaders
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Electives team
Feb 7, 2024

Giving + receiving feedback: A guide for People leaders

In the dynamic world of organizational leadership, giving and receiving feedback effectively is crucial. Mastering this skill can significantly influence the growth and development of individuals and teams.
Leadership + management
Essential skills for effective managers
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Electives team
Feb 6, 2024

Essential skills for effective managers

Manager skills are critical in navigating the complexities of today's workplace, where the ability to adapt and excel in various areas is paramount.
Leadership + management
Can leadership skills be taught?
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Electives team
Feb 5, 2024

Can leadership skills be taught?

Leadership, often perceived as an innate trait, is actually a complex set of skills that can, indeed, be taught and cultivated.
Leadership + management
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
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

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