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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?
The traditional career ladder, with its predictable rungs and clear next steps, is fading into the background. In its place, a more fluid, personalized approach to career growth is taking shape—one that prioritizes flexibility, choice, and self-direction. For HR teams and business leaders, this evolution presents both complexity and potential. Today’s professionals, especially those early […]
In today’s talent landscape, organizations can no longer afford a one-size-fits-all approach to managing people. Employees increasingly expect—and value—personalized experiences at work, from tailored career development paths to flexible work arrangements that suit their individual lifestyles and goals. For small to midsize businesses, meeting these expectations can be a challenge, but it’s also a significant […]
Career development doesn’t look the way it used to. And honestly? That’s not a bad thing. Between automation, shifting values, and changing ideas about success, the old model—climbing the ladder, one rung at a time—just doesn’t fit anymore. Over the next few years, people across industries will be rethinking what growth means, what they want […]
Forget what you think about AI in HR. According to Jen Kirkwood, CEO & Founder of Talvana Consulting, and a speaker at SPARK Talent 2025, generative AI isn’t just changing talent acquisition—it’s flipping it on its head. This isn’t a future trend; it’s the urgent present, and HR’s role is critical. For years, HR’s journey […]
HR leaders across industries are finding creative ways to integrate AI and other new technologies into their workflows. Some are carefully testing the waters, while others are jumping in with AI integration embedded throughout their workday. Regardless of adaptation level, all HR professionals are trying to balance new efficiencies with the heart and soul of […]
It’s always been important for employees to continue their learning and grow their skillset. But in today’s workplace, the demand for continuous learning and upskilling has never been more critical. As industries transform under the influence of technological advancements, globalization, and shifting market needs, employees must adapt to stay relevant. Human Resources (HR) departments lead […]
As companies prepare for a future that’s anything but predictable—shaped by fast-moving technology, shifting workforce dynamics, and global uncertainty—the qualities that define strong leadership are evolving. Technical expertise and formal titles still have their place, but they’re no longer what sets the best leaders apart. More than ever, it’s the human side of leadership that […]
In today’s fast-paced, high-stakes business environment, simply offering more training won’t future-proof a workforce. While broad-based upskilling programs have their place, what organizations increasingly need is a more focused, intentional strategy: right-skilling. A Look at Right-Skilling Right-skilling goes beyond general development. It zeroes in on aligning employee capabilities with the evolving priorities of the business. […]
The go-to career development efforts used by employers today are leadership training (71%) and sharing internal job postings (59%) according to LinkedIn Learning’s Workplace Learning Report 2025: and for good reason. Employees increasingly value both personal and professional training and development—and they’ll stay with employers that provide them with these opportunities. It’s a win-win […]
Managers are not just feeling the pressure in workplaces across the country; they are cracking under it. Burnout is not something you throw a few PTO days at and hope for the best, and it’s certainly not an individual failing. It’s a business-critical workforce crisis with systemic roots; one that organizations can’t afford to ignore. […]