A lack of skilled workers makes it difficult to capitalize on business opportunities.
http://www.astd.org/Publications/Magazines/TD/TD-Archive/2013/08/Intelligence-Talent-Shortages-Worldwide
IN today's professional arena, which is becoming increasingly globalised, uncertain and unpredictable, the importance of effective empowered leadership is extremely important.
Women are especially now entering the workplace in unprecedented numbers and are beginning to hold senior leadership positions in all sectors. They have come to recognise that leadership is not the monopoly of men, but any capable person can be a leader provided he or she is freely and fairly chosen or elected to serve in that capacity.
http://www.astd.org/Publications/Blogs/ASTD-Blog/2013/05/Tanzania-Why-Empowered-Leadership-Is-Important
PwC’s NextGen: A Global Generational Study, reveals that enhancing workplace flexibility and equity between work and home is one of the keys to improving job satisfaction among Millennials. According to the report, while younger workers are more tech-savvy, globally focused, informal, and willing to share information, they do not feel more entitled or less committed than their non-Millennial counterparts, and are willing to work just as hard.
http://www.astd.org/Publications/Blogs/Global-HRD-Blog/2013/04/Global-Study-Examines-Millennial-Workers
Each year, international attendees from over 70 countries flock to the ASTD International Conference & Exposition. This year, our international delegations and attendees are getting ready to gather in Dallas, Texas for another unforgettable learning experience.
http://www.astd.org/Publications/Blogs/ASTD-Blog/2013/03/ASTD-2013-International-Delegations-Are-Ready-to-Learn
Managing talent, improving leadership development, and planning for a strategic workforce are the most pressing HR concerns worldwide.
http://www.astd.org/Publications/Magazines/TD/TD-Archive/2013/01/Intelligence-Critical-Human-Capital-Capabilities
African Leadership Academy is a highly competitive two-year, pre-university boarding school in Johannesburg, South Africa, that identifies promising young African men and women to build a strong, connected generation of leaders who will transform Africa.
http://www.astd.org/Publications/Blogs/ASTD-Blog/2012/12/Building-the-Future-of-Africa
ASTD is accepting speaking proposal submissions for next year’s conference in Dallas, Texas. An entire track will be dedicated to global human resource development. Here is a list of topics in search of speakers.
http://www.astd.org/Publications/Blogs/Global-HRD-Blog/2012/07/ASTD-2013-International-Conference-and-Expo-Call-for-Proposals-Global-HRD
Workplace learning and development professionals need to be cautious when embarking on cross-cultural assignments.
http://www.astd.org/Publications/Magazines/TD/TD-Archive/2012/05/13-Practical-Tips-for-Training-in-Other-Countries
Globalization is an inevitable trend and it brings multiple challenges and opportunities. To avoid culture blunders, workplace learning and development professionals must understand cultural differences and be sensitive to the values, beliefs, and norms that exist in other countries.
http://www.astd.org/Publications/Magazines/TD/TD-Archive/2012/05/Communities-in-Focus-Connecting-You-with-the-World
This month’s issue, with a focus on globalization, takes a unique view of globalization, leaders, and workplace learning and performance.
http://www.astd.org/Publications/Magazines/TD/TD-Archive/2012/05/Editors-Note-the-Buck-Stops-Here