June 2020

Modular, mobile solutions should be prioritized, allowing for social distancing guidelines, as they can be expanded or contracted as needed. Article Author:  Tonya Dybdahl, Space planning and Design Assistant Manager, National Business Furniture Whether it’s for a group of fresh faces eager to learn or a roundup of employees furthering their knowledge, a training space […]

STEP 1: Fight “Overcommitment Syndrome.” Article Author:  Bruce Tulgan, CEO, RainmakerThinking Everywhere I go, I’m always looking for the real “GO-TO PEOPLE.” In our ongoing (since 1993) workplace research, I try to ask everybody: Who are your GO-TO PEOPLE? And why? I’m most interested in those people—at all levels—who show up on those “Go-to” lists

Author:  By Margery Weinstein Racial inequality is among the most difficult topics you can address in the workplace, or anywhere, especially with someone of a different race from your own. These conversations are a potential tinderbox waiting to explode with the least provocation. But with the protests over the last couple of weeks, and the

The intention is that my insights might contribute to your power, ability, and freedom to be resilient in our new COVID-19 world. Article Author:  Bruce Hodes, Founder, CMI I have offered myself as a resource for clients and others as we all generate ourselves in this new COVID-19 reality. I wanted to share some thoughts

To truly resonate with employees and drive behavioral change, content must be both thought-provoking and memorable. Article Author:  Charlie Voelker, Director, Legal Compliance Product, Skillsoft Compliance As the impact of the #MeToo movement continues to reverberate, states are implementing and updating anti-harassment training regulations to increase protections for employees. In responding to new regulations, organizations

The shape of the workforce is changing, but are you doing enough to prepare your organization for the future? Article Author:  Steve Lowenthal, CEO, Kineo U.S., City & Guilds Group From artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics, to flex-time and the gig economy, developments in technology and working patterns mean the workforce is constantly evolving. Symptomatic

Retailers need to set aside adequate time to train teams when they return to stores post-COVID-19. Article Author:  Alaina Dexheimer, Best Practices and Change Manager, Retail Zipline A battle is raging in this country around opening back up the economy. More than two-thirds of respondents to a recent Pew Research Center poll said they were

Seniors are re-entering the workforce in record numbers, offering human capital management (HCM) professionals new workforce scheduling opportunities and challenges. Article Author:  Chris Amani, CEO, Humanity Since America’s founding, the U.S. workforce has been in a perpetual state of change driven by territorial expansion, a growing population, waves of immigration, and ongoing innovation. Prior to

The new realities stemming from the COVID-19 crisis underscore the importance of continual learning, supported by investments in remote, on-demand digital tools for the modern workforce. Article Author:  Jeff Carr, CEO, Inkling Dramatic, almost instantaneous changes in the wake of the Coronavirus pandemic have exposed a significant weakness in the business world. Many organizations simply

The Institute delivers dynamic development experiences for all levels, from individual contributor to senior leader, reaching nearly 5,000 employees across the Americas. Article Author:  Edited by Lorri Freifeld BNP Paribas believes its people are its most valuable asset and every person plays a key role in helping the bank achieve its strategic business goals. Much