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Resources for People leaders responsible for supporting and developing employees.

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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
 
Nov 1, 2025

Workplace holidays to celebrate in December

Month-long celebrations in December, workplace holidays in December and our holiday calendar download.

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Strategic HR is a competitive advantage
Evan Pierce’s headshot in a circle, centered on top of an orange-to-purple gradient background. Below the headshot is the following text in white: An interview with Evan Pierce, VP of People & Culture @ Boston Celtics
Electives team
Jun 12, 2023

Strategic HR is a competitive advantage

Evan Pierce, VP of People & Culture for the Boston Celtics, shares employee growth strategies, innovative approaches to collaboration and the future of HR data.
People leader interviews
Electives named ‘Corporate Learning Solution of the Year’
Electives – EdTech Breakthrough Award 2023 – Corporate learning solution of the year
Electives team
Jun 8, 2023

Electives named ‘Corporate Learning Solution of the Year’

“Electives isn’t your run-of-the-mill corporate learning experience, and that’s by design,” expressed Jason Lavender, CEO and co-founder of Electives.
In the news + press releases
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

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