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Companies harness local expertise and global insight through virtual teamwork. Discover how you too can gain international reach. This article was written by author Margaret Mackay. What’s the power of a virtual team? Let’s look at three examples: 1. A cybersecurity team share their latest knowledge of encryption codes in real time across Asia. 2. An online team of experienced surgeons in the USA give precise instructions to two hospital doctors conducting an operation in Syria’s war zone. 3. A…

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.  …

Here are a few ways your personal development offering impacts your business’ employee retention. …

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….

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. …

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. …

Photoshop and Excel have become required daily tools for many roles but can seem daunting to those who have little experience using them. Whether you are used to using technology at work or unfamiliar with a new program, learning the basics of how to use the most popular office programs and software is a great way to develop within or outside of your role and stay up to date on the latest industry trends and spruce up your CV. Check out our top 4 office software eBooks here. …

When it comes to learning, showing our employees what’s in it for them isn’t as impossible as it may seem. Let’s look at 7 ways to show employees the true value of learning. …