Would you be surprised to be told that nerdy war-gamers may embody traits that are prized by organizations seeking innovation? Would you accept the premise that teaming up with people you've never met to defeat a tribe of virtual elves breeds collaborative learning? The... More »

Learning & Development

Career Development , Coaching and Mentoring , Engagement , Innovation , Measuring and Evaluating , Simulations and Serious Games , Trends

During the agricultural era, when most people worked on farms, a father would teach his son how to till the land, plant grain, and harvest crops. The son learned the proper techniques for irrigating, thinning, and weeding for a more plentiful yield. Later, the son would... More »

Learning & Development

Delivering Training , Engagement , Innovation , Simulations and Serious Games , Students , Training and Development - General , Training for Multiple Cultures

Banner's mission states, "We exist to make a difference in people's lives through excellent patient care," and Senior Vice President of Human Resources and Chief Talent Officer Ed Oxford explains that "Journey of a Lifetime" is the natural extension of that mission. "We... More »

Learning & Development

Economy , Innovation , Leadership Development , Managing the Learning Function , Training and Development - General

The company is a strong financial performer, with six consecutive years of double-digit growth, more than 10 years of strong cash flow, and a steady stream of product innovations that keep customers coming back for more. Millions of developers, consumers, and companies ... More »

Human Capital , Learning & Development , Senior Leaders & Executives

Engagement , Innovation , Integrated Talent Management , Leadership Development , Managing the Learning Function , Social Learning