For businesses with effective leaders, success usually follows naturally. But the skills associated with effective leadership don’t automatically come with the title. They take time, effort, and training to perfect. Rooted in broad capabilities rather than practical knowledge, leaders have a wide and demanding remit. And they need the skillset to match. For L&D teams, the challenge is knowing what specific leadership training topics to focus your training budget on. To help, we’ve compiled our top 20 list of leadership training topics. Plus, some practical tips on delivery methods to make leadership training more effective, too. Let’s start, though, with…
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We all know a company’s greatest asset is its people. But let’s be honest, annual performance reviews and the occasional training session just don’t cut it anymore. To truly thrive in an ever-changing landscape, you need a workforce that’s constantly learning, adapting, and growing. In other words, you need to adopt a learning culture. Ready to ditch the outdated approach and invest in a business strategy that fuels success? Read on to learn the top 8 strategies to transform your organization into a learning force to be reckoned with. What you’ll find in this article: What is a learning culture…
Employee training is very important. But applying traditional “one-size-fits-all” methods can feel like a clunky approach to problems that are complex and personal. On top of that, you’re juggling different learning styles, busy schedules, and the ever-present need to prove ROI on your L&D initiatives. Meanwhile, the skills gap keeps widening. Instead of throwing more generic training at these problems, you need a permanent solution, such as a learning management system (LMS). What you’ll find in this article: What is the main purpose of an LMS? What are the benefits of an LMS? The value of an LMS What is…
For a concept designed to keep teams and any organization secure, compliance training can sometimes be intimidating for leadership. Where do you start? How can you be absolutely sure you’ve covered every critical aspect in your compliance training courses? The last thing you want is to overlook a detail and end up facing steep fines, penalties, or even legal consequences that could cost you your job or damage your company’s reputation. The core of workplace compliance and mitigated risk lies in training. It’s complex, varying by industry and location, but the basic principles remain consistent. In this article, we’ll explore…
Nobody gets into business, HR, or L&D because they dream of chasing down training certificates or manually updating spreadsheets with employee progress. But let’s face it, without the right tools, we end up spending more time on administrative headaches than on actual employee development. Think about it. How many times have you had to… Scramble to find the latest version of that onboarding manual? Send email reminders to employees about mandatory compliance training courses (and then follow up with the ones who “forgot”)? Cobble together reports for your CEO on training completion rates using data scattered across multiple platforms? This…
Imagine unlocking a superpower that helps you embrace challenges, learn from setbacks, and continuously improve both personally and professionally. That’s the magic of a growth mindset. A mindset that turns failures into opportunities and ordinary workdays into a springboard for innovation and success. While 87% of employees believe they have a growth mindset, only 45% think their company’s leadership consistently demonstrates one. In fact, 24% of employees say their leaders rarely or never show a growth mindset. The disconnect between leaders and employees highlights just how important it is to foster this mindset at every level of the organization. Let’s…
Did you know that your company’s most expensive mistake might be ignoring the warning signs of an employee resigning? In the business world, this is called employee turnover. In fact, according to a 2019 Gallup survey, replacing an employee can cost up to twice their annual salary. That’s a huge chunk of change that could be invested in, well, almost anything else. Think new equipment, exciting projects, or even a company-wide team-building activity. But here’s the kicker: the true cost of employee retention goes far beyond those dollar signs. When someone leaves, projects stall, deadlines get pushed, and everyone else…
CEO’s note I’ve always believed in the transformative power of continuous learning and personal growth. Our greatest asset is not merely what we know, but our capacity to learn and grow. When people recognize their potential to shape their minds and actively tune them towards a growth mindset, they tap into the power of learning and unlock a whole new level of potential. TalentLMS’s latest research report on “Growth Mindset in the Workplace” reaffirms my belief that we are all, at our core, lifelong learners — hungry for knowledge, eager to grow. We seek purpose, we crave inspiration, and we…
“Gen Zers are lazy.” “Baby Boomers are out of touch and unwilling to change.” “Gen Xers are arrogant.” “Millennials are unpredictable and disengaged.” We’ve all heard stereotypes like these, but they often do more harm than good. This is especially true for the workplace. The reality is that each generation brings unique strengths and perspectives to the table. And while managing a multigenerational workforce has its challenges, the capacity for growth and innovation is truly enormous. But here’s a big surprise: even though most leaders know that a mix of generations is the answer to long-term business success, a 2023…
The sun has set on those endless, carefree summer days. You’ve swapped sunbeds for office chairs, and your inbox has been waiting for you like a needy pet. Sounds familiar, right? If you’re feeling the back-to-work blues, you’re not alone. The post-vacation depression is as real as it gets; everyone experiences it at work. But fear not! The melancholy doesn’t have to linger like sand in your shoes. Summer’s gone, and back-to-work blues are here; now what? Returning from a holiday isn’t easy. It can feel like you’ve been hit with a ton of bricks. One moment, you’re by the…