Assessments and competencies are core elements of most training programs, but recent neuroscience research suggests that these elements may be detrimental to the improvement of organizational performance. New “affirmative” models of learning that use “... More »

Learning & Development , Human Capital

Assessment , Human Performance Improvement , Integrated Talent Management , Training and Development - General

Many of us in training and development are facing tough times right now. In this era of economic uncertainty, many organizations cut spending for training first because it is not perceived as adding value. I know this from firsthand experienceI lost my instructional des... More »

Human Capital , Learning & Development

Assessment , Competencies , Human Performance Improvement , Measuring and Evaluating , North America

As we go about the business of identifying performance needs and designing, developing, and delivering training for clients, we focus on the learning requirements. After all, we are the sponsor of learning, and the champion, the steward, the expert in learning and train... More »

Human Capital , Learning & Development

Assessment , Business Impact , Delivering Training , Designing Learning , Human Performance Improvement , Measuring and Evaluating

Why isn't my team embracing our new sales process? Why isn't the manager using skills taught in our leadership development program to inspire people to achieve goals? Why don't customer service representatives demonstrate the right soft skills after attending our in-hou... More »

Human Capital , Learning & Development , Senior Leaders & Executives

Assessment , Business Impact , Human Performance Improvement , Training and Development - General