Mixing case studies, stories, and actionable recommendations together with humor and easy-to understand language, Jay Cross provides much more than buzzwords and back-patting, or so says his bio. He also has some very strong opinions on the future of workplace learning.... More »

Human Capital

Business Impact , Career Development , Engagement , Informal Learning , Innovation , Integrated Talent Management , Training and Development - General

There is no doubt that social media has everyone's attention, including the learning profession. Sessions at the recent ASTD International Conference & Exposition that touched on the topic were filled to capacity. And while everyone from the National Weather Service... More »

Learning & Development

Informal Learning , Innovation , Mobile Learning , Social Learning , Trends

In his upcoming book, The Why of Work, world-acclaimed leadership expert David Ulrich teams up with clinical psychologist Wendy Ulrich to explore the "why" of work - the common driving force behind every successful organization. The Ulrichs' unique step-by-step system c... More »

Human Capital

Business Impact , Engagement , Human Performance Improvement , Innovation , Trends

It is difficult to imagine a company that is more diverse than Ingersoll Rand. From air conditioning units to deadbolt locks to golf cars to refrigerated display cases, Ingersoll Rand's 60,000 employees are involved in manufacturing and assembly operations in 47 plants ... More »

Learning & Development , Senior Leaders & Executives , Workforce Development

Career Planning , Competencies , E-Learning , Engagement , Informal Learning , Innovation , Trends

To Paul Leone, talent acquisition and development at American Express, Level 6 specifically identifies the factors in the participant's work environment that predict a program's impact, while looking at what might inhibit or help the transfer of learning. Learning Execu... More »

Global Human Resources Development , Human Capital , Learning & Development

Assessment , Business Impact , Delivering Training , Designing Learning , Human Performance Improvement , Innovation , Leadership Development