How managers can master remote work's steep, sudden learning curve

From leading video chats to helping reports deal with distractions, HR can relay a number of lessons to company leaders.

By Ryan Golden • April 28, 2020

Digital skills gaps visible in essential industries

Workers in healthcare, manufacturing and more require upskilling to keep up with digital disruption, according to a National Skills Coalition report.

By Sheryl Estrada • April 28, 2020

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Top trends in employee development

The pandemic pushed some HR initiatives to the back burner, but employee development may be more important than ever.

By HR Dive staff

Advocates for the incarcerated say workforce re-entry support is lacking during pandemic

The recent push by HR industry players to improve prospects for formerly incarcerated individuals now contends with a historic economic downturn.

By Ryan Golden • April 21, 2020

Coronavirus spurs interest in growth, focus among Udemy users

The current circumstances may prompt employers to ramp up their own learning programs, or at least ensure employees still have access.

By Katie Clarey • April 21, 2020

Managers can fuel employee growth — but only when trained to lead

Coaching has taken on new possibilities thanks to online courses, but managers aren't equipped for the blended reality, sources say.

By Kathryn Moody • April 21, 2020

6 stories on the state of internships

COVID-19 may have changed some employers' plans, but summer internships are still on the books for many, leaving HR on the hook.

April 16, 2020

Campus recruiting 101: How to source college interns and early hires

University professors, career services advisors and other experts recommend recruiters expand and customize their efforts.

By Aman Kidwai • April 15, 2020

3 steps to optimize intern onboarding and training

Experts suggest that employee onboarding plans should cover at least a new hire's first 90 days. That's not feasible for most internships.

By Aman Kidwai • April 14, 2020

Safety takes priority in workplace training, survey finds

A quarter of respondents said they are using augmented or virtual reality-based tools for their trainings.

By Katie Clarey • April 14, 2020

Anheuser-Busch InBev, BetterUp brew women-focused leadership program

Inclusion leads to better decision-making and superior results, according to AB InBev's global director of diversity and inclusion.

By Sheryl Estrada • April 14, 2020

How will you change hourly hiring in the 'new normal'?

Looking to emerge even stronger, many leaders are taking time to re-evaluate processes in their organization. To inspire your own journey, here are a few lessons learned from talent acquisition pros.

By Tena Lyons, Global Head of Product Marketing at Alexander Mann Solutions • April 14, 2020

Maine governor orders free, rapid online job training

Employers are coping with unprecedented challenges in part by going back to World War II-era training methods.

By Ryan Golden • April 7, 2020

3 leaders on crafting a remote L&D program

As the pandemic forces millions to telework, many work-related activities, including learning and development, have also gone remote.

By Jennifer Carsen • April 2, 2020

World War II-era training program prepares companies for rapid change

TWI underscores the importance of front-line management during a crisis or period of change, like the COVID-19 pandemic.

By Aman Kidwai • March 31, 2020

CompTIA offers free e-learning to test drive an IT career

As telework increases due to the spread of COVID-19, companies are heavily relying on the expertise of IT professionals.

By Sheryl Estrada • March 31, 2020

How IBM aims to bridge the upskilling gap

While its new open courses are aimed toward young people, they may serve a need present in all age groups.

By Kathryn Moody • March 31, 2020

Is it working? How to measure the impact of adaptive learning

Learn how to measure the impact and effectiveness that adaptive learning has had on your organization post-implementation.

By Matthew Brown, VP of Brand and Learning Success, Schoox • March 30, 2020

Soft skills training is a priority, but lack of time and resources stands in the way

Still, developing tech may offer HR and L&D professionals a way forward, a Talespin study reported.

By Katie Clarey • March 24, 2020

Free trainings, resources aim to ease the transition to remote work

HR Dive has complied a list of offerings that may help HR pros manage remote work, upskilling and business continuity.

By Aman Kidwai • March 24, 2020

Hilton uses Oculus VR to train for broken coffee makers, other 'frustrating' guest issues

Some organizations see VR as an effective tool for empathy training, particularly for situations that may be difficult to recreate in real life.

By Ryan Golden • March 17, 2020

Using L&D to master the elements of onboarding

Onboarding has evolved from a pleasant formality to a strategic initiative that companies need to get right.

By Aman Kidwai • March 17, 2020

3 lessons to help supervisors handle employee requests

When in doubt, sources said, supervisors should be trained to go to HR.

By Ryan Golden • March 17, 2020

Upskilling a priority at most companies, but some workers are left behind

A perception gap regarding how employers respond to feedback may play a role in why workers aren't getting what they need from upskilling programs.

By Sheryl Estrada • March 17, 2020

DOL finalizes rule overhauling apprenticeship program

Not all stakeholders are fans of DOL's approach, which allows entities other than the agency to evaluate apprenticeship programs.

By Ryan Golden • March 11, 2020

Upskilling initiative aims to improve diversity, fill software engineering roles

General Assembly has partnered with Guardian, Humana and Union Pacific Railroad for the training program.

By Sheryl Estrada • March 10, 2020