A Succession Plan for First-Time Managers

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Maria S. Plakhotnik

Making the transition to management is one of the most difficult challenges first-time managers face. Almost half of them fail. The findings of ASTDs 2011 State of the Industry Report show that organizations are just as committed as ever to learning and development (L&a... More »

Take a Walk in Our Shoes: The Need for Disabilities Awareness Training

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Jenell Wittmer

Unawareness of how to appropriately interact with people with disabilities is the largest barrier to the successful employment of people with disabilities. "I said, 'Come walk down the hall with me!'" That is what one person recounted during a disabilities awareness tra... More »

Simulations: Give Sales Training a Dose of Reality

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Steve Gielda

Well-designed sales simulations allow sales reps to address real-world challenges while providing high impact to the company. Pat, how was the sales training you attended last week? It was the same stuff we did last year, just with different models. Doesnt... More »

The 2011 State of the Industry: Increased Commitment to Workplace Learning

Michael Green

Despite current economic challenges, senior executives continue to invest in developing their employees and understand that a highly skilled workforce is a strategic differentiator. The findings of ASTD’s 2011 State of the Industry Report show that organizations a... More »