Categories: Learning and Development

 1. Training the Next Generation In this article by Queena Lee-Chua the author outlines the five stages of transition from identity building to retirement as family businesses expand and grow. 2. On the Move: Training, Educational Programs Develop Local Workforce In Michelle Sandlin’s article about training and development she discusses the importance of customized training…

From a creative piece on the importance of training on employee loyalty to the troubling new phishing scams, this week’s best in training offer something for everyone.  1. Once Upon A Time In Training In this creative article written by Margery Weinstein, she offers up some insights into why your trainers lessons may not be…

This week’s best in training offers a variety of insightful pieces about topics like blended learning opportunities, the importance of corporate leadership in training support, and the opportunity that job aids present to workplace training. 1. I Learned 3 Things Last Weekend Tom Hopkins an international speaker and thought leader shares his thoughts from last…

Training is forever changing, and that’s the way it should be. This week’s articles remind us that the most effective training opportunities are often the most creative, responsive and learner-centered. 1. 7 Tips to Create Effective Blended eLearning Strategy Christopher Pappas’ article will help you create an eLearning strategy, which will help you offer your…

It’s hard to believe half of summer is behind us. Here are some of the articles I enjoyed reading this week.  1.      The Six Signs of a Second Rate Service Culture This article by Ron Kaufman helps solidify our understanding of poor service culture and its impacts on your performance. His six signs of substandard…

 1. Three Ways to Create Innovative Leaders Michael Lurie’s article on creativity and innovation in leadership helps us better understand the thinking and the mindsets of successful leaders. I especially liked how he demonstrates this by providing solid examples of the true cost of missing out on training opportunities. 2. Not Investing in Employee Training…

1. Onboarding Essentials: What Really Matters to New Employees Ryan Sanders’ article about the importance of mentoring to new employees is critical. He proves that mentoring opportunities mean more to new employees than other perks of the job like free food. 2. The Missing Piece This  article by Koreen Pagano is about the importance of…