5 Learning and Development KPIs You Should Be Tracking

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5 Learning and Development KPIs You Should Be Tracking May 28th, 2025 – Tori Rochlen Developing your people through learning programs is essential, but you’ll need to tie these efforts to broader organizational goals. Tracking learning and development KPIs (key performance indicators) can help you evaluate whether your programming is effective or if it needs […]

Strategic Talent Acquisition Insights

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Strategic Talent Acquisition Insights July 12th, 2024 – Kristy McCann Flynn https://vimeo.com/988567170?share=copy Kristy welcomes Brett Frank in the latest episode HR Confessions The latest episode of the HR Confessions podcast, hosted by Kristy McCann Flynn, delves into the multifaceted role of talent acquisition in shaping the future of businesses. Joined by Brett Frank, a seasoned […]

Leveraging AI at Work to Nurture a High-Performing Culture

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Leveraging AI at Work to Nurture a High-Performing Culture July 15th, 2024 – Tori Rochlen When people consider the impact of AI at work, many do so warily, with concerns about job security and inevitable change.  And certainly, change is moving quickly. Over 8 million occupational shifts took place between 2019 and 2022, with another […]

How Can HR Improve Company Culture? A Guide to Becoming a Cultural Architect

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How Can HR Improve Company Culture? A Guide to Becoming a Cultural Architect July 10th, 2024 – Tori RochlenEver walked into an office and instantly felt the vibe? That’s company culture at work! As an HR professional, you might be wondering: how can HR improve company culture and create a workplace that buzzes with energy […]

3 Steps to a Talent Development Program That Resonates

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3 Steps to Build a Talent Development Program That Works May 25th, 2025 – Tori Rochlen If you’re struggling with employee retention and turnover, it may be time to examine the learning and development opportunities you offer. For many organizations, creating a robust talent development program that incorporates company and employee goals can help.  “When […]

HR Data Analytics: Connect People Data to Company Outcomes

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HR Data Analytics: Connect People Data to Company Outcomes June 29th, 2024 – Tori RochlenYour HR data analytics can reflect what’s happening in the company, helping you proactively address employee concerns. However, moving from collecting to leveraging people data isn’t always easy. Because this data isn’t seen as tangible or easily acted upon, others in […]

Six Tips to Develop Continuous Learning and Development in Hybrid and Remote Teams

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6 Tips to Develop Talent in Hybrid and Remote Teams June 26th, 2024 – Tori Rochlen Remote and hybrid work arrangements have become commonplace in many industries. With these arrangements comes the need for companies to adapt how they develop talent. “Companies are facing engagement issues,” says Rebecca Taylor, CCO and Co-founder of SkillCycle. “Some […]

AI and HR: Building Engagement, Retention, and Performance

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AI and HR: Building Engagement, Retention, and Performance June 19th, 2024 – Tori Rochlen If you’re running an organization today, you’re likely evaluating how AI can impact your operations and efficiency in every department. And what about AI and HR? Integrating AI into your HR practices makes sense from a business standpoint.  However, it’s wise […]

HR Confessions: Empowering Growth through Workplace Learning

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Empowering Growth through Workplace Learning: A Key to Sustainable Success June 12th, 2024 – Kristy McCann Flynn https://vimeo.com/957191022?share=copy Kristy welcomes Ellen Gillis in the latest episode HR Confessions In the latest episode of “HR Confessions,” hosted by Kristy McCann Flynn, CEO and co-founder of SkillCycle, a deep dive into the transformative role of Learning and […]

HR Confessions: Unlocking Effective Manager and Leader Training with Core Skills Development

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Unlocking Effective Manager and Leader Training with Core Skills Development May 5thth, 2024 – Kristy McCann Flynn https://vimeo.com/953685618?share=copy Kristy welcomes Noah Warder in the latest episode HR Confessions Leadership is all about inspiring and empowering teams to achieve their full potential. But how do you help individual contributors develop core skills in manager and leader […]