Beyond the Basics - Tips to Create an Exceptional and Comprehensive Onboarding Program

Kelly Botto

With the economy improving and companies hiring again, it is critical that organizations put thought and effort into assimilating new hires. Assimilation is much more than orienting new hires. Assimilation is a process not an event. It takes planning and coordination to... More »

2012 Wrap-Up: Our Top 13 L&D Bloggers

Juana Llorens

For any readers who have attempted a year-end wrap-up, you know they can be tricky for a number of reasons: There is normally so much to discuss, limited space in which to do so, and let’s face it, they can be a little hokey. But regardless, I think the best way t... More »

Training Under Way for New Nuclear Plant Operators

Utility companies are preparing a new wave of workers to run first-of-their-kind nuclear plants, a process certain to influence how workers are trained on the new technology for decades to come. More »

Talent Gaps in Finance Shared Services

Is talent management falling short in finance shared services? More »

How to Lead a “Mad Scientist”

Chip R Bell

James Cameron is a “mad scientist”—and the director of the two highest grossing films ever made—Titanic and Avatar.  Apple Computer founder and CEO Steve Jobs was a “mad scientist.”  So were Ludwig Beethoven, Henry Ford and ... More »