Navigating the turbulent waters of the modern job landscape is a challenge that both individuals and companies deal with. The rapid changes in required skills often leave conventional talent acquisition and development methods hard to keep up with. Enter the skills taxonomy framework. Think of it as your guide in this ever-shifting terrain. It effectively helps organizations categorize, map, and prioritize the crucial skills needed by the current job market. This framework isn’t just about surviving; it’s about thriving. It empowers individuals and businesses to adapt, aligning their expertise with the latest industry trends. Plus, it’s not just about managing…
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Picture this: Ron, the sales director of a company that produces cutting-edge productivity tools, just landed a partnership with a tech giant. This promised the company a significant rise in demand. But there’s a catch: They needed to double the size of their sales team in less than a month to address this new demand. It was like trying to build an airplane mid-flight. With turbulence all around and the risk of either skyrocketing to new heights or crashing to the ground… Ron had to find the perfect balance between speed and precision. Meaning, scouting top talent while preserving the…
Imagine this: Friday is Lisa’s last day with your company. She’s leaving to pursue a new role at another organization. Her replacement, Sarah, starts on Monday. How do you prepare for this employee turnover? It’s natural to focus on your new hire. You probably have standard employee onboarding best practices to guide the experience. Give her a warm welcome, make sure she has everything she needs to get started, and so on. But… what about Lisa? You shouldn’t neglect departing team members—even when they’re leaving on good terms. In today’s workplace, having an employee offboarding process is as important as…
Every company’s LMS needs are different, and there are limitless options out there to meet those needs. But what if you purchase your ideal training software for your organization, and then your needs change? If your platform is suddenly not feeling like the right fit, it might be time to look at switching LMS platforms. The right learning platform is crucial to your company’s growth. And while finding and implementing a new solution takes time, with a little planning, you can quickly transition to the best LMS for you. Signs you need to consider switching LMS With the right LMS,…
As we’ve had time to explore generative AI tools like ChatGPT and Google Bard, we’ve learned about the amazing possibilities they offer. But we’ve also started to see their limits. As handy as these resources are, are they making us a bit too comfortable to notice the downsides? By now, we know that generative AI isn’t always accurate or reliable. Yet, even with that knowledge, many still fall into the trap of accepting outputs at face value simply because they’re easy to access. This failure is called “availability bias,” and it can be a big danger to your company’s future…
It’s a lazy Sunday. You’re on the couch, listening to tunes, and checking social media on your smartphone. You chat with friends, read the news, discover new podcasts, like posts on Instagram, and watch videos on TikTok. But it doesn’t end there. Somehow you’re on a site you don’t recognize. You’ve got a loaded cart. Your credit card number and address are filled in. And you’re ready to check out with tons of goodies. In minutes, you’ve gone from scrolling on Instagram to buying goods you didn’t know you needed (and probably don’t!). You’re not alone, either. 82% of consumers…
In the heart of Salesville, Alex and Lilly were top salespeople known for their legendary competition. A sales contest with a vacation prize ignited their rivalry. Neck and neck on the leaderboard, their approaches catered to different customer preferences. Alex mastered product details to deliver convincing pitches. Lilly used emotional intelligence to build a friendly rapport with customers. Alex won by a slim margin, celebrating with pride. Yet, Lilly’s congratulatory handshake surprised Alex. Their rivalry somehow transformed into mutual respect. The realization? Rivalry motivated them. But it wasn’t everything. There were strengths in each other’s strategies. And to keep improving…
With organizations using tools like ChatGPT across the workplace, you may be wondering whether it’s time to tap into the latest tech craze for your HR needs. If you’re hesitant to be too far ahead of the curve, know that you may already be at the back of the pack. According to one study, most HR leaders surveyed (78%) said they’re already using AI in at least one aspect of their HR duties. And it’s not hard to understand why. With its many benefits and diverse uses, AI is a tool worth investing in. Wondering what that looks like for…
Here’s a back-to-school special! As you may know, I’ve been playing around with AI and creating illustrated characters for e-learning. Each day I committed to releasing one character which you can find below. As a grand finale, I pulled together 25 illustrated characters for you to use. 25 Free Illustrated Characters Here’s a batch of characters with some diversity. The file includes 25 characters with 100 poses. You can download them here. Learn to Create Your Own Characters I’ve outline what I do to create these characters. If you want to learn to create them for yourselves, check out the…
Remote and work-from-home working models remain popular. Yet many companies are bringing people back to the office. Why? They’re finding it improves everything from culture to productivity to employee retention. Companies thinking about returning employees to the office face a tough choice. Should they hire new people from the local area? Or consider relocating talented employees from different regions? Employee relocation can be tricky. Challenges like disruptions in work and higher costs can make employers hesitate. But there are significant benefits to bringing in the right people for the job. The secret to making job relocation work is to understand…