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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?
In the fall of 2022, a coalition of nearly 50 organizations launched the “Tear the Paper Ceiling” campaign in an effort to convince employers to shed degree requirements for certain jobs. The thinking goes that such requirements are often unnecessary and not only make hiring more difficult than it has to be but also hold […]
In 2023, frontline workers witnessed several milestones that sparked significant change within their work environments and everyday lives. With increased labor movements, we saw a surge of awareness and advocacy for employees on the frontline that influenced many organizations to redirect their focus toward workplace reform and improving working conditions. As we reflect on 2023 […]
The best leaders know when to manage and when to lead, shifting seamlessly depending on the present demands. They read the situation and behave in a way that is most impactful for both the team and the organization. This adaptability stems from the recognition that there are suitable contexts for both management and leadership, making […]
Businesses have used AI in some form or another since its conception years ago. However, deploying AI in business today is not as “uncomplicated” as it was a few years ago. Aside from the many benefits it brings, AI is equally capable of causing long-term catastrophes when businesses fail to use it ethically and responsibly. […]
Leadership is a crucial element of the success of any business. Leaders not only set the strategic initiatives of the company, but they also serve as high-profile champions of the company’s values and mission. Effective leadership drives a company’s success and fosters a positive and productive workplace culture. However, a recent shift in career aspirations […]
Does coaching create a virtuous cycle of positive behavior change? For most of us, this concept makes sense because it fits with our own experience of learning and growing. We know that meaningful relationships and experiences shape who we are and how we show up in the world. But how exactly does one leader’s positive […]
The whispers started a few years ago and have since swelled to the point that we now hear the question nearly every day: Could working remotely full-time hurt my career? Behind the latest wave of worry is a new study by job-tracking firm Live Data Technologies that found remote workers are nearly a third (31%) […]
In a highly competitive landscape, businesses that leverage data-driven insights to optimize, manage and automate work processes gain a competitive advantage. Making smart choices about where to implement and how to manage process automation is key. Process intelligence can help by utilizing advanced data analysis to identify processes that are best suited for automation. This […]
What is a healthy work environment? A large part of nurse dissatisfaction involves working in poor conditions. Nurses are overworked because of staffing shortages, they’re exhausted by heavy workloads, and they’re often dealing with workplace violence and other external disruptors. A healthy work environment is necessary for nurses to thrive, and for patients to get […]
Thanksgiving dinner, first dates, and in the office are great examples of times and places where talking politics is best avoided. After all, in a highly polarized American society, there’s a good chance of offending at least half the people in the room. The bad news for employers and managers, however, is that experts expect […]