Category: Employee development

December 7, 2023

Navigating sensitivities around an employee at risk for self-harm comes with challenges for both tact and compliance. While loneliness has been in the spotlight as a health crisis and neurodiversity now has a seat at the DEI table, self-harm is […]

December 5, 2023

In partnership with futurist Tracey Follows, its research found that 36% of workers are concerned about the impact of technological changes and what they might mean for them, and over a quarter (27%) feel they can’t keep up with the […]

December 1, 2023

In today’s rapidly evolving workplace, understanding the nuances of different employee classifications is crucial. Among these classifications are the terms “deskless,” “offline,” and “nonessential” employees. But what do they truly mean, and why are they significant? Let’s delve into the […]

November 28, 2023

“Skills-first” is a buzzword that’s received copious attention from employers, but it is a cultural ideal that has proven a little difficult to adopt, various reports have said. Organizations tout the efficacy of the skills-based practices that the EY and […]

November 27, 2023

Middle management is one of the most maligned roles in an organization, and the job comes with a host of unique challenges. But it’s also one of the most important positions, helping turn an organization’s strategic vision into reality, guiding […]

November 20, 2023

What will the office of the future look like? That question has been debated extensively since the onset of the pandemic, which saw a dramatic shift to remote and hybrid work models. But according to architect Christian Giordano, President and […]

November 15, 2023

The learning and engagement company’s 2023 Workplace Culture report found that 64% of respondents would extend their employment by six years with enhanced career support and training. Forty-four percent would stay an extra decade. According to consulting giant McKinsey, 50% […]

November 13, 2023

HR departments were once blissfully divorced from cybersecurity responsibilities—but not anymore. Today, they are increasingly involved in cyber-training programs for employees. Security awareness training, in particular, has risen from obscurity a decade ago and is now a huge industry. According […]

November 9, 2023

A recent study from Cornerstone found a disconnect between the perceptions of employers and employees in several areas. While 77% of UK organisations felt confident in their ability to develop skills, only 56% of employees agreed. And while 89% of […]

November 8, 2023

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, many employees started to see work culture in a new light. We saw the Great Resignation and later the birth of quiet quitting culture. According to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor […]

November 7, 2023

As 2024 approaches, employers need to emphasize skills investment and train up their workers to anticipate the growth of generative artificial intelligence, according to Udemy’s 2024 Global Learning & Skills Trends Report, released Nov. 1. Without investment, employers may be […]

October 24, 2023

Restaurants in the U.S. are still struggling to hire and keep staff due to post-pandemic economic factors and a shift away from the industry by many employees. Because of this, some experts are observing an increase in sexual harassment lawsuits […]

October 20, 2023

There is a serious disconnect in the frontline workspace. Many businesses are unaware that over 58% of employees believe that the risk of being physically harmed on the job is rising. Additionally, 40% of them reported an increase in concerns […]

October 19, 2023

A strong company culture is no accident. It takes thoughtful intention, investment, and commitment to nurture. And in a world where remote and hybrid work continues to rise, culture can seem elusive. But there’s one simple yet profound fuel for […]

October 13, 2023

A steady increase in office occupancy and a recent decline in the number of available remote positions have led some leaders to declare victory in the long-running campaign to get employees back in the office. But even as the tide […]

October 12, 2023

It’s hard to think of a more important contributor to an organization’s long-term success than the cultivation of new leaders. Developing internal talent is almost always the most effective HR strategy—you can’t necessarily rely on outside hires to fit your […]

October 11, 2023

A recent McKinsey report found that 87% of employers anticipate or are currently encountering shortages in necessary skill sets. Add to that, AI and machine learning are rendering certain human capabilities obsolete, and we are experiencing a concerning amount of […]

October 6, 2023

We’ve all heard the popular business slogan “the customer is always right,” a phrase that highlights essential customer-first cultures implemented in almost every organization. This is how most businesses approach their operations, prioritizing customer satisfaction and retention to drive profitability. […]

October 3, 2023

Once an organization becomes successful, the good times should roll in. But that’s not always the case, as once-stable brands like Sears, Kodak and Blockbuster can attest. Such success can also harden a company into stasis and conformity, to the […]

October 2, 2023

It was a mentorship at Apple Inc. that started Reddit VP of HR Business Partnerships Delecia Krevet on her career path, but there have been highlights along the way that inform her present role meeting the challenges of an ever-shifting […]