Category: Learning & Development

Employees are valuing career development more than ever—it’s a sign that the company is willing to invest in their future. How are businesses approaching training today? What are their pain points, and what topics are being addressed in training?

HR Leadership: Four Lessons from 2024 and Priorities for 2025

In 2024, HR leaders faced rapid change and played a pivotal role in shaping business strategy and performance. As we move through 2025, HR’s role will continue to evolve. To keep pace, HR leaders must be adaptable, empathetic, and forward-thinking. Below are four key lessons from 2024 and top priorities for this year. Driving Business […]

Help Employees Break Through Career Gridlock

Wouldn’t it be wonderful to leap out of bed on Monday morning, eager to get to work instead of spending Sunday night battling the “Sunday scaries” because the thought of returning to work after the weekend is so stressful? Unfortunately, that’s not the experience for most workers, according to Resume Now’s Career Gridlock Report, a […]

How (And Why) HR Needs to Model a Growth Mindset to Drive Organizational Transformation

In an era defined by rapid technological advancements, most notably the integration of AI, the need for agility and a learning-oriented workforce—one with a growth mindset—has never been greater. The term growth mindset, coined by Stanford professor Carol Dweck, reflects the belief that skills and intelligence can be developed through dedication and effort. Organizations have […]

How AI Will Reshape HR in 2025

In recent years, the HR world has felt the strong influence of AI, forcing leaders to rethink how technology can enhance their roles and team strategies. Starting in late 2022, with the unveiling of ChatGPT and the explosion of the AI hype cycle, HR leaders have been scrambling to integrate this technology into their operations. […]

Why Middle Managers Struggle and 9 Ways to Help

Middle managers occupy a unique and often challenging position within organizations. They are the bridge between upper management’s strategic directives and the operational realities faced by their teams. Despite their critical role, middle managers frequently encounter numerous obstacles that can hinder their effectiveness. Since they can often be one of the most important roles in […]

Reviewing Candidates’ Social Media Accounts—Legit or Not?

Social media is an inseparable part of our lives, influencing how we connect, communicate, and even conduct business. Recruiters increasingly use social media to source and recruit candidates, and many use it to research candidates to make or support hiring decisions. This practice, however, is controversial as it raises significant practical and ethical considerations. The […]

Employees Say There’s Too Much Communication from Employers, Not Enough Connection

According to Gallagher’s most recent Employee Communications Report, there’s an apparent dichotomy regarding how employees view communication from their employers. Communicators themselves note challenges with connecting effectively with employees. Communicators Challenged to Communicate HR and internal communication leaders report that they are increasingly dissatisfied with their ability to appropriately and effectively tailor messages and segment […]

3 Essential Areas Every Comprehensive Leadership Development Program Should Include

Leadership development is a cornerstone of any successful organization. To remain competitive, organizations must cultivate leaders who can navigate change, inspire teams, and deliver results. However, not all leadership programs are created equal, and designing a comprehensive program requires intentionality, structure, and foresight. In a recent peer-reviewed article, co-authors and colleagues from MD Anderson’s Leadership […]

3 Ways Gen Z Is Reshaping Workplace Priorities

In recent years, thrilling leaps in technological advancement have often kept the skills gap conversation focused squarely on the need to equip employees with hard, technical skills. While these are critical—especially as many face a shortening shelf life for their professional skills—Gen Z employees have their eyes instead on soft skills—foundational competencies including communication, leadership, […]

GenAI Impact on Training and Development: Pros, Cons, and Best Practices

By now, generative AI (GenAI) is widely known for its ability to create content—written or visual—and it has certainly already upended many industries. But use cases are continually emerging and one that is particularly relevant to our readers is learning and development (L&D). “Companies are slowly embracing AI, not just to streamline operations but to […]