Author: Kelly Creighton

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What Business Etiquette Training Should Teach Your Future Leaders

Some nuances of business etiquette may have changed over the past few decades. But it’s still very important to cover, and especially with your organization’s future leaders. Here are a few things you’ll want to make sure your business etiquette training materials cover, especially for those employees who are essentially becoming the face of your […]

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6 Books Every L&D Professional Should Read

As an L&D professional, you’re more than likely always on the hunt for new and interesting information that will help you be better at your job and more valuable to your organization. Here are six books you’ll want to consider reading as soon as possible.

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5 Things L&D Pros Can Do to Mitigate a Hostile Work Environment

Hostile work environments have the potential to cost businesses thousands or millions of dollars every year due to costs associated with employee turnover, presenteeism, and absenteeism, as well as costs associated with settling or litigating harassment lawsuits.

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4 Limits to Microlearning to Consider

Microlearning is one of the most notable and pervasive trends across the e-learning industry right now. But regardless of its popularity and usefulness, it does have some limitations. And you’ll want to know what those limitations are if you’re interested in implementing it properly.

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Executing a Succession Plan

Turnover in the United States is higher than many people think. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the turnover rate across a wide range of industries in the private sector was over 47.4% annually in 2017, and that number has increased steadily from 42.3% in 2013. So, businesses need to be prepared to lose employees […]

Separating Extravagant Perks from Those that Yield High ROIs

Many employers think that they need to offer things like table tennis in large and custom-designed breakrooms, organic juice bars, bring-your-dog-to-work days, and free lunch every other day—especially when it comes to hiring younger employees—to retain employees and keep them happy.

Low Unemployment Rates Drive Higher Expectations

While the record low unemployment rate continues to burden employers, who are struggling to find and retain talent, workers and candidates alike are using this opportunity to benefit themselves, according to a new survey released by TD Ameritrade.

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The Optimistic Coach

Great coaches see the best in those they coach; however, I’ve noticed that their positive attitude extends toward the world and the future—an attitude that is infectious. They are unabashed purveyors of hope, an all-too-rare commodity in today’s world.