Forget the days of monotonous training manuals and dry lectures. Today’s modern workforce can benefit from engaging, relevant, and practical learning experiences. This is where real-world scenarios in employee training come in, which can revolutionize the way you equip your teams with the skills they need to excel. According to a recent survey, 64% of […]
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Traditional training methods are facing a challenge. Static modules and written assessments often struggle to capture the nuance of employee performance, especially for soft skills like communication, presentation, and collaboration. Enter AI video assessments: these can be a game-changer for employee learning and development. AI video assessments use artificial intelligence to analyze video recordings of […]
Knowledge and skills are the building blocks for professional success. Both are necessary for career advancement and professional development. Though people may use these terms interchangeably, they are different. The distinction is important, especially as you support your team’s acquisition of knowledge and gain skills to further their careers and productivity. Knowledge is a collection […]
Skill often takes center stage for employers. However, the term often seems to have different meanings or appears to refer to different attributes. To find a succinct definition of skill, we need to contrast it with knowledge. Knowledge represents theoretical information and facts, and skills involve using that knowledge to take action in the real […]
In business and management, a common taxonomy divides skills into “hard skills” and “soft skills.” This taxonomy originated in the 1970s to categorize different abilities and has since become widely used in hiring, training and evaluating employees. Varying types of skills are essential to professional success, but understanding the difference between hard and soft skills […]
By William Ordeman At a glance Few topics inspire apocalyptic ruminations like artificial intelligence (AI). From doomsday articles to big-budget movies, AI seems to inspire both awe and fear in equal measure. But what is AI exactly? And are there ways to use it ethically and effectively? Here, we explore this trend within the workplace context. […]
By Robert Strohmeyer At a glance As 2023 began, many of us found ourselves working alongside a new kind of colleague: artificial intelligence (AI). While not exactly new, AI has broken out in the past year as an overt force in the workplace to automate simple tasks and help optimize overall efficiency in a variety of industries. Most […]
At its core, upskilling refers to a process through which employees are provided with new and relevant knowledge, skills and abilities to perform their duties effectively. This can involve everything from professional development courses and industry certifications to training and workshops that provide more hands-on learning opportunities. A skilled and knowledgeable team is often the […]
Difficult conversations are a fundamental part of the workplace dynamic. They allow employees and teams to address challenges and conflicts head-on. These conversations aren’t always easy, but they’re always important for growth. They also help companies improve trust, solve problems and maintain a productive work environment. Individuals with professional development education are often better equipped […]
Microaggressions are subtle forms of discrimination, insults or slights toward a person or group which may go unnoticed or be dismissed as insignificant. In the workplace, they should be avoided at all costs because they are not conducive to a professional, respectful and productive environment. Not all microaggressions are intentional and can be hard to […]