Learning Remains Steady During the Downturn

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Andrew Paradise

Results from the 2009 ASTD State of the Industry report reveal that workplace learning and performance have withstood the challenges of the difficult economy. Investment in employee learning and development remained steady through the end of 2008. Although many organiza... More »

Challenges Faced, Solutions Implemented

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Kristin Carlson

The economic downturn has affected our organization a bit differently than many other companies. We have experienced record revenues as of late, but being a performance-driven organization, we continually evaluate methods to reduce costs while increasing value. An inter... More »

Cream of the Crop The Rest of the BEST

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ASTD Staff

InsideBest BB&T BJC Healthcare Cbeyond CIGNA Corporation Datatel Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu G4S Wackenhut Grant Thornton LLP Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shi... More »

Keep Learning Relevant

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Paula Ketter

With a 10 percent reduction in his company's workforce in late 2008, Stanley Works Chairman and CEO John Lundgren turned his concentration to keeping his employees "motivated, energized, engaged, and focused on company goals." The tool maker posted a better-than-expecte... More »

“It’s All About ME” Becomes A Cross-Generational Conversation

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Misti Burmeister

I just got off the phone with Sara, a Generation Y'er struggling to help her father (who can no longer afford retirement) find a job. Problem is, he hasn't been keeping his skills or network up-to-date - something Gen Y'ers have been doing since entering the workforce. ... More »