Talent Management Is a Top Priority for 2010

ASTD Staff

Philadelphia, PA (PRWEB) -- With the economy cautiously turning the corner, senior leaders are focused on hiring and developing talent, according to a survey of more than 450 senior executives on LinkedIn by Right Management. 94 percent of executives said talent managem... More »

The Next, New Job: The Rising Popularity of Customer Service Positions

ASTD Staff

Customer service positions among young and experienced candidates are gaining in popularity at U.S. contact centers like Ryla Inc., a leading domestic provider of outsourced call center and customer contact solutions. Because of the downturn and the need to build custom... More »

The Economic Downturn: Learning's Time to Shine

ASTD Staff

How can there be light during a downturn? By using their expertise, workplace learning and performance (WLP) professionals have been given a torch, to help their organization survive the downturn and allow them to emerge in a stronger competitive position when the econo... More »

Research: Emotional Intelligence Promotes Positive Business Performance

ASTD Staff

Highlands Ranch, Colo. (PRWEB) June 3, 2009 -- Research indicates a strong relationship between business performance and emotional intelligence. In recent years, interest in emotional intelligence has grown as research shows impact on a variety of business measures, inc... More »