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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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Electives instructor featured on the Growth League Podcast
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Electives team
Nov 21, 2023

Electives instructor featured on the Growth League Podcast

Shea Cole shares her journey from arts to digital marketing leadership on the Growth League Podcast.
In the news + press releases
Transforming learning programs at growing organizations
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Electives team
Nov 21, 2023

Transforming learning programs at growing organizations

Explore actionable strategies for busy leaders to boost employee retention through transformative learning. Champion a robust learning culture and unique upskilling approaches, and break free from makeshift solutions.
Learning best practices
Seeing people as assets: Perspectives from an HR leader
Nov 16, 2023

Seeing people as assets: Perspectives from an HR leader

Ellen Raim, Founder of People Matter, shares insights during the latest People Developing People interview.
People leader interviews
Electives instructor Marci Alboher featured in Forbes
Electives instructor Marci Alboher was featured in a Forbes article about career changes after 50.
Electives team
Nov 15, 2023

Electives instructor Marci Alboher featured in Forbes

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In the news + press releases
The power of storytelling for learning and development
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Electives team
Nov 15, 2023

The power of storytelling for learning and development

The power of storytelling lies in its ability to forge profound connections. The key is tapping into common human emotions.
Learning best practices
Boosting employee growth: The power of live learning with peers
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Electives team
Nov 14, 2023

Boosting employee growth: The power of live learning with peers

Discover the power of live learning to enhance employee growth, foster a positive workplace culture and improve engagement with actionable insights in this guide.
Learning best practices
Electives co-founder and CEO Jason Lavender on Winning EQ
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Electives team
Nov 13, 2023

Electives co-founder and CEO Jason Lavender on Winning EQ

Jason Lavender, Electives co-founder and CEO, recently joined Marc Stcherbina on his LinkedIn Live show, Winning EQ, sharing how Electives started.
In the news + press releases
Electives co-founder and CEO Jason Lavender in Transcend Newsletter
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Electives team
Nov 10, 2023

Electives co-founder and CEO Jason Lavender in Transcend Newsletter

Jason Lavender, Electives co-founder and CEO, recently contributed to Transcend Newsletter, sharing the state and future of Corporate Learning startups in Edtech.
In the news + press releases
Electives instructor featured in Harvard Business Review
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Electives team
Nov 9, 2023

Electives instructor featured in Harvard Business Review

Antonio Nieto-Rodriguez shares his expertise on essential project management skills and tools.
In the news + press releases
Empowering women at work
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Electives team
Nov 9, 2023

Empowering women at work

Unlock actionable strategies for empowering women at work, from tracking progress to addressing microaggressions. Learn how HR leaders can create a more inclusive and diverse workplace.
Culture + collaboration
Electives instructor featured in Active Towns
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Electives team
Nov 2, 2023

Electives instructor featured in Active Towns

Dr. Tristan Cleveland is an expert in healthy, sustainable urban design and walkability.
In the news + press releases
Electives instructor in Entrepreneur Magazine
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Electives team
Oct 26, 2023

Electives instructor in Entrepreneur Magazine

Anna David shares key lessons she learned building a million-dollar business.
In the news + press releases

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