Most training is done in isolation without linking it to the terminal objective of achieving business results. Not doing so results in ineffective training that has little impact on business results and loss of credibility of training. Explore how you can link training to business results. Is Your...
In Part 2 of the eLearning Champions series, explore two methods to integrate eLearning into the training framework, either in a "blend" or as curriculums. Integrating eLearning into Your Training Strategy In Part 1 of this 3-part series, I introduced the persona of an “eLearning Champion” who,...
Who is an "eLearning champion"? How did training evolve to assume a front-end, powerful, pervasive, and impactful function in the corporate world today? How much training is eLearning today? How does eLearning fit into the overall training strategy? This article answers these questions and more....
Some organizations aren't always very clear on exactly how training helps achieve their business goals. This guide will make the process easy and intuitive. Seeing the Big Picture Not everyone understands that training is a big part of achieving business goals. Some organizations aren't always...
Training is key to a positive work environment, and measuring its effectiveness and alignment with company goals is crucial. By following these tips, companies can improve employee engagement and productivity. Shaping a Thriving Workplace Culture Today's workforce prioritizes a positive workplace...
Employee training and development isn’t just about teaching employees to do their jobs. It’s about showing employees they are valued and that upward movement in the organization is possible. When employees don’t see opportunity, they don’t bring their best selves to work. “Give a person a fish and...
It’s a well-known truth that you have to spend money to make money. Continuing to reinvest in your business in smart and strategic ways is essential for staying competitive in ever-changing markets. Understanding where and how to allot resources, however, can be a high-wire budget-balancing act....
Training can be one of the most fickle aspects of our lives. We know we need it to learn and grow. We consider it to be a nonnegotiable for our team members. And yet, we often shirk the responsibility of training in order to pursue other ventures. So much so, in fact, that an estimated 59% of...
Among L&D professionals from Johnson & Johnson, USAA and Four Seasons, my colleague, Morgan Yeargan, and I delved into the greatest challenges and solutions buzzing in the world of corporate learning and development. During a 3-day event hosted by the International Performance Management...
Creating training videos is crucial for engaging and effective learning, leading to growth and prosperity of employees and business. Discover how to create videos to enhance employee performance and productivity. Training videos have emerged as the most effective tool for employee onboarding. It...
Ask a CEO about workplace training and you’re likely to hear stories of abundance, flexible options and effectiveness. Ask an entry- or even mid-level employee and the view may be starkly different, with fewer opportunities, narrower options and, often, irrelevant or unmemorable content. Not only...
From dawn to dusk: That’s how long the average adult spends on-screen — about 11 hours daily. At the same time, corporate trainers are trying to grab employee attention long enough to educate them and ensure the information sticks. Tools like EJ4 let viewers watch five- to ten-minute training...