Confidence of Learning Executives Jumps in Q1 2013

ASTD Staff

Learning executives’ optimism and confidence about the outlook and expectations for the training function reached a historic high for the first quarter of 2013. More »

Understanding Someone Else’s Point of View

Ryann K. Ellis

In a recent HBR blog post, “How to Really Understand Someone Else’s Point of View,” authors Mark Goulston and John Ullmen contend that influential people “strive for genuine buy in and commitment — they don't rely on compliance techniques t... More »

Confidence of Learning Executives Fell in Q4 2012

ASTD Staff

Learning executives’ optimism and confidence about the outlook and expectations for the training function fell for the third straight quarter, ending 2012 with the lowest rating since the fourth quarter of 2010, according to the latest measurement by the American ... More »

ASTD Debuts New Competency Model, Redefines Training Excellence

ASTD Staff

The training and development profession has undergone significant transformation in the last decade, and the skills and knowledge required for trainers to be successful have also evolved. That is why ASTD, the world’s largest association dedicated to the training ... More »

"Appy" New Year

Lisa Bodell

Simplifying is a resolution for many of us going into 2013. Innovation firm futurethink rounded up 10 “simplicity” apps to help you make it a reality. Each one is designed to declutter and free up space in everyday life. More »