Few Managers Get Kudos for Helping Develop Employees

ASTD Staff

According to a recent online poll of more than 450 individuals throughout the United States, less than one-fourth of employees reported feeling that their managers were interested in helping them grow professionally. More »

Soft Skills: A Case for Higher Education and Workplace Training

Ann Pace

Two education and training experts weigh in on the importance of soft skills proficiency for today's workforce. More »

Shifting Away From an Employer’s Market

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Alexandra Bradley

Since the economy went south, the workforce has become an employer's market. With jobs still scarce, businesses do not have to worry as much that employees will look elsewhere if they are not happy. As a result, employers have created an environment in which employees d... More »

Career Pipeline Bears Pipe Dreams for Women

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Aparna Nancherla

Talk of the glass ceiling being shattered may still be premature as many career-driven women are still marginalized within the workforce. Even after taking into account years of experience, industry, and global region, women were still more likely than men to start in a... More »