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Electives team
 
Jan 27, 2025

5 steps to create an AI-savvy workforce

Here's how to take your team from curiosity to capability in using AI.
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Electives team
 
Sep 10, 2024

Quick work breaks: 12 ideas for 1 to 60 minutes

Short breaks can boost productivity, improve focus, and reduce stress. Here are ideas to make the most of your break time.
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Electives team
 
Mar 11, 2025

Electives launches AI simulations to give employees a safe space to practice critical skills

AI Simulations give employees a safe way to practice real-world skills like feedback and conflict—so they’re ready when it counts.
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Electives team
 
Feb 24, 2025

Why your managers need to practice difficult conversations

Managers who prepare in advance approach difficult conversations with greater confidence, clarity and a focus on solutions.
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Electives team
 
Mar 1, 2025

Workplace holidays to celebrate in April

A curated catalog of April workplace holidays, including month-long celebrations and a link to our holiday calendar.

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Workplace holidays to celebrate in July
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Electives team
Jun 1, 2025

Workplace holidays to celebrate in July

We compiled a comprehensive list of July holidays you may want to observe throughout your organization. Plus, download our annual holiday calendar.
Culture + collaboration
How to celebrate National Business Etiquette Week
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Electives team
May 23, 2025

How to celebrate National Business Etiquette Week

National Business Etiquette Week is a timely reminder of the importance of good manners and professional conduct in the workplace.
Individual contributors
The power of experiential learning in modern L&D
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Electives team
May 22, 2025

The power of experiential learning in modern L&D

Learn why today’s organizations need more action-first training and how experiential learning builds real skills through practice, reflection and real-world application.
Learning best practices
Why custom AI simulations are transforming learning (and what most companies are missing)
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Electives team
May 16, 2025

Why custom AI simulations are transforming learning (and what most companies are missing)

Custom AI simulations help employees build real-world skills through practice, feedback and emotional realism so they’re ready when it really counts.
Innovation + productivity
Best practices for celebrating Pride Month at work
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Electives team
May 15, 2025

Best practices for celebrating Pride Month at work

Celebrating Pride Month at work lets us create broader awareness of the LGBTQIA+ community and the progress made toward equality and inclusivity. It’s also an opportunity for workplaces to show their support and create a safe and welcoming environment for LGBTQIA+ employees and customers.
Culture + collaboration
The modern MBA: A practical roadmap for today's business leaders
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Electives team
May 9, 2025

The modern MBA: A practical roadmap for today's business leaders

A 24-class business curriculum for leaders who want to learn real skills—fast.
Leadership + management
Making the 70/20/10 model actually work: How to drive real behavior change with L&D
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Electives team
May 7, 2025

Making the 70/20/10 model actually work: How to drive real behavior change with L&D

The 70/20/10 model reflects how people really learn. Here’s how to use it to drive real behavior change.
Learning best practices
Elevating PUMA’s managers for agile leadership
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Electives team
May 5, 2025

Elevating PUMA’s managers for agile leadership

How PUMA’s managers got real-world leadership training with live sessions that helped them build trust, boost performance and lead with confidence.
Case studies
Why live learning beats pre-recorded libraries (and what People teams actually want)
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Electives team
May 2, 2025

Why live learning beats pre-recorded libraries (and what People teams actually want)

Why live learning drives real engagement and skill growth—while pre-recorded content leaves employees checked out.
Learning best practices
Workplace holidays to celebrate in June
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Electives team
May 1, 2025

Workplace holidays to celebrate in June

We compiled a comprehensive list of June holidays you may want to observe throughout your organization. Plus, download our holiday calendar.
Culture + collaboration
Core values don’t just live on posters
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Electives team
Apr 30, 2025

Core values don’t just live on posters

How to turn company values into real leadership behaviors through learning, practice and reinforcement so they show up in everyday work.
Culture + collaboration
Making every week a ‘Learning at Work Week’
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Electives team
Apr 30, 2025

Making every week a ‘Learning at Work Week’

Learning at Work Week highlights the importance of continuous learning and development in the workplace.
Learning best practices

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