The process of nurturing proactive, self-directed learning is not the same for every employee. For many reasons, such as lack of time, lack of awareness or lack of access to relevant learning content, some employees will be more reluctant to engage in their own upskilling than others. Luckily, there are a few steps L&D professionals can take to engage even the most reluctant employees, boost engagement rates and secure a positive ROI. …
Month: February 2016
Lack of personal development is costing you talent and increases staff turnover
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Here are a few ways your personal development offering impacts your business’ employee retention. …
Mobile learning: What you need to know
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Nearly every aspect of modern life, from communication with loved ones to ordering food to booking a medical appointment, has gone mobile. And, over the last few years, learning has followed suit in a big way. According to our brand-new research, this is what you need to know about mobile learning….
The difference between soft skills and hard skills
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Soft skills versus hard skills. What is the difference, really?…
New training and development blog: L&D trends 2020
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We have some good news. In December we launched Bookboon Learning’s new L&D blog. Throughout 2020 and beyond, our L&D blog will be a one-stop-shop for learning managers, HR professionals and anyone involved in talent development. Here’s what you’ll find on the blog. …
How to be more productive and keep on top of your job
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As we entered the new decade, many of us made the resolution to make 2020 the year we prioritise organisation and productivity. To do so is not impossible but without the right tools, can be difficult. Use these effective steps to make 2020 the most successful year of your career. …
Post-holiday stress: 4 quick reads to stop it
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Whether jet-lag is getting the best of you, or you’re finding yourself ignoring an overloaded inbox and dreaming of one last lazy morning instead, we’ve got 4 quick fixes to crush that post-holiday stress and give you a positive outlook on the new year….
7 free eBooks to improve employee satisfaction
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Research shows that employees who take an interest in their own learning and development are happier, more productive, more successful and more confident at work. Download 7 free eBooks to improve employee satisfaction. …