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Top 10 Themes for your next Leadership Team Retreat

Organizing a Leadership Team Retreat can sometimes be a nerve wracking experience if you are an HR Lead. Most CEOs whom we interact with like to have some overarching theme or story for such meets that aligns with their thinking. And to be fair, that is probably a good idea. However, we see too many of these meets have such corny taglines that flop miserably. So here are 10 ideas that you can try out for the next time.

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What Are Competencies, and Why Do They Matter in the Workplace?

In a workplace that’s constantly evolving, success is no longer defined by technical skills alone. Today’s employees and leaders alike are valued for a deeper set of qualities – their competencies. But what exactly are competencies, and why have they become the bedrock of effective performance in modern organizations?

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Why Managers and Team Members Should Be Involved in Onboarding: A Pro Tip Worth Exploring

This idea stems from a crucial point made in the blog Finding Congruence in the Onboarding Process. If you haven’t had the chance to read it yet, I highly recommend you do so. It discusses the importance of aligning new hires’ abilities, values, and beliefs with those of the company. By ensuring this alignment during the onboarding process, you set the stage for a more motivated and integrated workforce.

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Debunking the Top 5 Learning Myths: What You’ve Been Told Isn’t True

There are numerous theories about how we learn best. Think you know how people learn? Think again. Some of the most common beliefs about learning—ideas you’ve likely heard in countless seminars, workshops, and training sessions—are flat-out wrong.

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The Evolution of Learning Platforms: LMS vs. LXP

In today’s fast-paced and ever-evolving professional landscape, the way we learn and acquire new skills has undergone a radical transformation. Gone are the days when a classroom setting or a single, standardized method of instruction was sufficient to meet the diverse needs of learners. As organizations and individuals alike seek more effective, engaging, and personalized learning experiences, the platforms that deliver this content have become crucial to achieving these goals. Two major platforms that have come to the forefront are the Learning Management System (LMS) and the Learning Experience Platform (LXP). Each serves a unique purpose, and understanding their differences, strengths, and weaknesses can help organizations choose the right solution for their specific needs.

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5 Tips for HR Managers to Improve Employee Engagement at Work

 

A study by Gallup says that 87 percent of employees worldwide are disengaged, which is not at all a good sign. We all know that employee engagement is critical for the success of any organization. “To win in the marketplace you must first win in the workplace,” says Doug Conant. What should HR managers do to engage employees?

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