Category: Personal Development

[ad_1] Most L&D professionals have heard about the skills revolution. In fact, the skills-based approach to the workplace was a key topic at CLW Vegas last week and is poised to continue transforming the business world for the rest of 2024 and beyond. This new approach places individual skills above credentials such as academics and…

[ad_1] The role of a learning professional goes beyond just delivering effective learning programs. To excel in this field, one must also master the art of being a good business partner. This involves understanding and aligning with the organization’s goals, fostering strong relationships, and contributing to the overall success of the business. Here are several…

[ad_1] “In this era of relentless change, the mantra ‘what got you here won’t get you there’ has never been truer. Our journey now demands a relentless cycle of unlearning and relearning, challenging us to continually reshape our knowledge and skills to stay in step with the future.” Are we on the brink…

[ad_1] CLN’s interview series is celebrating the voices of Black L&D Executives for Black History Month. In this Q&A, Kason Morris, Global Director, Future of Work and Skills-Based Organization Strategy at Merck, shares his story, his thoughts on skills strategy and the future of work, and more!     How did you get into L&D?…

[ad_1] Learning from peers (i.e.; organized continuous learning) does not replace formal training. It has different aims and satisfies different goals. The central focus of continuous learning is to share best internal practices. Put differently, it’s all about learning from others within the organization, not formal classes. Years ago, Peter F. Drucker wrote: “Continuous learning…

[ad_1] “In this era of relentless change, the mantra ‘what got you here won’t get you there’ has never been truer. Our journey now demands a relentless cycle of unlearning and relearning, challenging us to continually reshape our knowledge and skills to stay in step with the future.” Are we on the brink…

[ad_1] Influencing and negotiation are two of the most important skills for leaders. If you’re asking yourself why….establishing credibility, gaining commitment and building trust are all critical in creating a positive work culture. They lead to a more engaged team that’s more motivated and performs at a higher level. As a result, there are four…

[ad_1] When I think back to the start of my working life, I wish upskilling had been a bigger part of the experience. Learning used to be what we could pick up by doing the job or by studying after hours on our own. More often than not, training was updating us on new products…

[ad_1] As major organizations have to learn to deal with increasingly rapid change, teams are becoming more and more important. As the traditional, hierarchical school of leadership diminishes in significance, a new focus on networked team leadership is emerging to take its place. Leaders are finding themselves members of all kinds of teams, including virtual…

[ad_1] This article originally appeared on LinkedIn, here. Learning and development (L&D) teams have always had two main goals: Equip workers with the skills they need to do the jobs they have now Equip workers with the skills they need to advance in their careers and serve the needs of the organization …