Guiding Generation X to Lead

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Tamara Erickson

What Gen X leaders face is a world with finite limits, no easy answers, and the sobering realization that there are significant, seemingly intractable problems on multiple fronts. Perhaps the biggest change from the past is that there will be no dominant voice. Leaders ... More »

Executives Jump the Leader Ship

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Aparna Nancherla

A staggering proportion of workers are currently unemployed, and former senior leaders are no exception. One hundred twenty-five CEOs departed from their jobs in May 2010, up 24 percent from 101 departures in April, according to a report from global outplacement and exe... More »

The End of Job Security As We Know It

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Dave Crenshaw

When I was in my early 20s, I landed what everyone - including me - thought was a dream job: prestigious organization, upmarket central London location, and a great salary. Yet I hated every minute of it. I didn't connect with the mission of the organization or my colle... More »

Dave Ulrich

ASTD Staff

An interview with Dave Ulrich, Co-founder and Principal Partner, The RBL GroupProfessor of Business Administration; and Director of Human Resource Executive Program, Ross School of Business, University of Michigan More »

Business Education Under the Microscope: Applying Six Sigma to Workplace Training

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John Baun

In 2008, the United States spent an estimated $134 billion on employee training. Employers train employees for improving job skills, career advancement, industry certifications, and the quality of life of their employees, among other reasons. Employers presume a return ... More »