With AI revolutionizing industries, organizations like yours are now at the forefront of either embracing or shying away from the future. Those who get on board sooner will not only have a competitive advantage, they’ll also streamline how fast their teams can learn, produce, and innovate. And that proves especially true for HR leaders. With the right know-how, you can use this essential tool to streamline processes, supercharge employee learning, and empower both workforce and customer experiences.

Dan Rust, Vice President of Global Leadership and Organizational Development at Infopro Learning, and Matt Bradley, Senior Learning and Development Advisor at OpenSesame, teamed up for a thought-provoking discussion on the importance of providing comprehensive leadership development training. They looked at data collected from five years of global surveys across nearly 9,000 emerging leaders and their direct reports, giving valuable insights into what most leadership development programs are missing. Download the ebook now to get an overview of their findings!

This template contains training survey questions that you can use for solicitation of employees' opinions and training program evaluation.

Research shows that pairing information with an activity can boost learning retention and create stronger engagement. However, we understand that it can be pretty time consuming to research activities all of the time! That’s why we’ve collected some of our favorites in this Mega Training Activity Guide Book. Check out some our favorite activities for New Managers, Onboarding, DE&I, and more!  Learners who participate in these activities are more likely to retain skills and information such as:  Delegation  Time Management  Active Listening  and much more!  Download our Mega Training Activity Guide Book for a full list of activities that strengthen information retention.

Training Today In the wake of a global pandemic, the world of education went virtual. As businesses reopened and hybrid or on-site work cultures made an exciting return from mid-2021, some virtual training opportunities continued their meteoric rise. L&D leaders witnessed greater effectiveness with virtual onboarding, compliance, procedural training, and other skilling programs. The training was better received by learners and training outcomes were far superior. Virtual procedural training is today embraced by diverse industries—manufacturing, healthcare, high-tech, and beyond. Professionals who have spent decades in interventional medical device education believe virtual procedure training is here to stay. Thriving in the new digital setting, it offers increasingly immersive learning environments to a globally dispersed and diverse cohort of students. Similarly, in the manufacturing industry employees report increased safety awareness, and develop conditioned responses, problem-solving skills, and muscle memory—most often even before they are on the job! The paradigm shift to facilitating and receiving virtual procedural training today is undeniable and has opened new doors in training methodologies and learning environments. Learning professionals new to virtual training may be wondering: What makes immersive learning environments like virtual reality and game-based learning top the charts for learning effectiveness? How have companies capitalized on this trend? What are the use cases and success stories of companies that are riding the wave? This eBook will go on to address such burning questions. Comprehensively explore ways to implement games and virtual reality to make training immersive and engaging, and deliver better learning experiences for your learners.

Cybersecurity training has quickly and quietly become a mainstay for required training programs at many organizations. As more employees find their jobs require some form of technology and data management, the need for proper training on how to keep company records safe becomes apparent. One industry estimate claims that the average employee in the US maintains 70 to 80 passwords for various systems throughout the course of their job. Without proper vigilance, it seems like only a matter of time before there is an exposure to a data breach. Complicating this issue is the strategy around learning objectives for cybersecurity training. Because it is so commonly viewed as an annual event, and so much of it is a refresher, engagement with the material is stereotypically low. Learning leaders should pay attention to strategy here. If training feels like a simple box-checking exercise that lacks meaningful updates or is delivered in a rote style, their employees are likely not to retain the information. Data and system architects can only do so much. Every employee with access to systems with sensitive data is inherently playing a role in safeguarding that data. And, just as the technology is always changing to maintain that security against new and developing threats, so too should the training efforts. In this eBook, we focus on how organizations can update their strategy to deliver more engaging and effective cybersecurity training. Topics include: Avoiding routine delivery Industries with specific challenges in cybersecurity training Creating conversations on best practices Tracking certifications in the LMS Understanding the costs of doing nothing

Exceptional learning leaders are acutely aware of the importance of how learning and development is viewed, utilized, and measured in an organization. Often, they must act as a strategist, sales consultant, and publicity agent for the learning programs they create. Getting and keeping buy-in from the necessary stakeholders in an organization is crucial to sustainable L&D programs. Ensuring that learning programs are relevant to the company’s reality requires an ongoing dialog with the key stakeholders. This eBook examines recurring goals, concerns, and opportunities that often show up with typical roles in the organization. We also break down ways to communicate the value of L&D that may ring true for them. (This eBook is the third of a 3-part series that examines the early and middle and ongoing stages of using an LMS and the roles that stakeholders in learning can play in the process.) In this eBook, we look at commonly recurring roles in many organizations, their viewpoint on learning and development programs, and how to get stakeholder buy-in on learning. Topics include: Aligning programs to broader, organizational goals How to sell L&D plans to the C-suite Appealing to line managers Engaging employees in learning objectives

Creating and updating a resilient learning strategy requires ongoing attention and care. Thoughtful learning leaders are in constant pursuit of ways to create "stickiness" around L&D. They look to make learning opportunities that serve both the learner and the broader goals of the organization. As these programs mature, strategy takes center stage when considering possible refinements, measurements, and advanced and nuanced programs. Well-designed L&D programs can do amazing things for employee engagement levels as they welcome opportunities to develop skills and knowledge. Learning initiatives are always evolving, like a flowing river. What worked for a company a year ago may no longer be the most effective approach due to changing goals, conditions, and methodology. Ensuring that learning programs are relevant to the company’s reality requires an ongoing dialog with the key stakeholders. This eBook dives into common experiences that learning leaders may have as their learning programs mature. (This eBook is the second of a 3-part series that examines the early and middle and ongoing stages of using an LMS and the roles that stakeholders in learning can play in the process.) In this eBook, we look at ways that learning leaders might adjust their learning strategy around development, deployment, and measurement as their programs mature. Topics include: Assessment of 1st year L&D goals Gathering feedback Crafting a plan for ongoing content acquisition Utilizing subject matter experts Program alignment

Existing and emerging text-to-video AI tools are making it easier than ever to create video content. And they’re only getting better.  In this guide, you’ll get a look at the types of tools that exist now and what’s coming soon, the leading players, and the benefits of text-to-video generators. The guide provides answers these questions: What is text-to-video AI software and how can I use it? What are some examples of this software and their strengths/weaknesses? What’s the benefit of using these tools for work? What’s next for text-to-video generators?

Today’s workforce is always on the move. This tendency toward motion can liberate or demoralize employees, depending on how and why it occurs. According to Dr. Edie Goldberg, an expert in the future of work and talent management, one of the key ways organizations can ensure their people remain happy is to provide them with the mobility they need to grow within their current workplace. Otherwise, their only option is to start looking for brighter horizons elsewhere. With the right tools and opportunities, you can keep talent engaged and excited about growth within your company. After all, it’s easy to stay right where you are when you feel like you have the entire world at your fingertips. Download this new eBook, co-authored by Cornerstone and Dr. Goldberg, and see how to grow your people and organization to creatively conquer the business challenges of tomorrow.

Effective learning strategies can supercharge business performance — but success starts with understanding the 'how' of learning. With responses from 1,262 managers and 1,238 non-managers in eight countries, our fourth edition of How the Workforce Learns assesses in-depth how real people are learning today. Dive into insights about what motivates your team's learning, popular content consumption habits, and four fundamental strategies to catalyze business growth.

A solid learning management system (LMS) helps businesses streamline corporate training, thus driving business results. But choosing the right vendor may be a daunting process that takes a lot of time and effort. The difficulty lies not only in the fact that there are tons of solutions in the market. You also have to consider a lot of aspects before you decide, including features, ease of use, costs, and your own business objectives. In this eBook, we’ll try to ease the stress of decision-making by offering a range of practical tips on how to choose an LMS. You can also leverage the free package of templates and checklists that are downloaded together with this guide to make the process even easier. We hope all this will help you pick a solution that best suits your business needs and is aligned with your budget and priorities.

Contrary to the old adage, leaders are made - they're not just born! Leadership development is one of the most pressing issues companies are facing today. According to research by DDI, 88% of companies believe that they don't have a deep leadership bench to pull from when the occasion calls for it. This can be a culmination of many business and L&D challenges such as lack of succession planning, skill gaps, and more. Organizations need a solid leadership development program to turn the learners of today into the leaders of tomorrow. BizLibrary lays out a Leadership Development program checklist in our handy infographic - Building Your Leadership Development Program.

According to Gallup’s 2022 survey, 68% of full- and part-time employees working for organizations are not fully engaged in their work. What can organizations and HR professionals to do motivate, engage, and retain their employees? One approach is to use a Talent Management Life Cycle. This model helps employees become clear about their developmental needs and growth goals, which means employers are better equipped to meet those needs and keep their people engaged. To learn more about this model and how to implement it, download Cycles of Success by Nicole Trapasso, Vice President, HR/OD for The Myers-Briggs Company.

For product pitches and sales, speed to market is everything. When organizations combine video-based practice with AI, employees get real-time feedback in addition to mentor coaching. Reducing the time needed to upskill means reaching sales goals faster.   Find out how organizations implement these winning training techniques to improve communication skills - even when their mentors are busy! Highlights include: Use cases for using AI-based video coaching How learners get the most out of solo practice How AI evaluates non-verbal communication skills  And more!

Many small and medium-sized businesses encourage learning through Tuition Assistance Programs (TAPs) and other forms of education reimbursement. Yet, it’s not uncommon for funds in those programs to go unused — but why? TAPs and other reimbursement-style stipends aren’t equitable for all employees, especially for those who are financially constrained. The benefit becomes a barrier, slowing your workforce’s ability to upskill, adapt and grow. It’s time to reimagine this outdated model with prepaid learning stipends. Based on our experience, this kind of program can increase fund usage by 8 times, while still providing detailed expense monitoring for managers. Download our eBook to learn more about the impacts prepaid learning stipends could have on your workforce.

ChatGPT is proving to be a powerful tool for professionals producing employee and marketing communications—but using it effectively takes some practice. That’s why we created a new guide: How to Use ChatGPT to Create Great Business Video Scripts: 20 Prompts and Editing Advice for L&D, HR and Sales. In it, you'll get: Clarity on the pros and cons of using ChatGPT to make video scripts 20 ChatGPT prompts to help you generate a solid first draft Tips from Vyond writers and producers on making ChatGPT’s draft more relevant to your audience An annotated ChatGPT script makeover And…much more!

The Covid pandemic has changed our lives forever, from the way we communicate, to the way we think about mental health, and far beyond. We have reorganized our priorities, put a higher value on time with family and friends, and have a greater appreciation for some of the freedoms we used to take for granted. This is no less true in the business world and the day-to-day of our jobs. One of the biggest workforce changes brought about by the pandemic is working remotely. And while many workers have begun to return to the office, a substantial number continue to work remotely or have a hybrid schedule. For some organizations, this new distributed workforce is here to stay. So how do you motivate them appropriately? Download this white paper for insights.

Drive your organization forward while empowering employees. Grow your employees’ careers inside your organization and improve long-term talent retention with the latest report from the Cornerstone People Research Lab and Lighthouse Research & Advisory. Ready, set, grow: The building blocks for high-impact talent mobility will help you better understand your employees’ expectations around internal development and what your leaders must do to succeed. You’ll learn how to: Improve employee visibility into new roles and opportunities Understand the ways employee skill development goals can vary by demographic Blend managers, culture, and technology into a cohesive talent mobility strategy Ensure your high-performing business leaders prioritize employee growth Reduce employee turnover and revitalize engagement with proven tactics

Skill-based training has become mission-critical to the retention of your employees and the growth of your company. Find out how making two critical adjustments to your L&D training approach can help you efficiently create content that meets the evolving needs of your workforce. What You'll Learn: How to efficiently create training videos at scale How to use storytelling and interactivity to keep employees engaged How to create a more inclusive, collaborative learning culture Why delivering effective training helps employee retention

Learning leaders are confronting a world upended by relentless disruption. It’s no wonder that the response has been what can only be called a radical transformation of the learning function — a rethinking of what is delivered, where it’s delivered and to whom, who drives the capability, and how results are reported. To explore this new wave of learning, Executive Networks and NovoEd completed primary research with 515 learning leaders in the US, Canada, UK, Spain, and Italy in organizations with 1,000+ employees. Our inquiries revealed a variety of priorities emerging as learning leaders grapple with how to reshape learning to fit today’s new realities. Download this ebook, co-produced by Executive Networks and NovoEd, to get insights into how learning leaders are working to ensure their transformation of the learning function aligns with the most critical business needs facing their organization. This ebook discusses topics such as: Why many organizations are turning to capability academies to focus on the skills needed for rapidly changing business priorities Why L&D is becoming a top business priority for CEOs How many leaders are extending the learning audience beyond full-time employees How seamless systems are developing to reach hybrid and remote environments

This eBook gives you an overview of what knowledge management is, why it’s a challenge for companies - especially in today’s hybrid-remote working environment - and how to start building an effective knowledge management system.    You’ll learn about the: Types of knowledge in an organization Cost to companies when information isn’t accessible and easy to find, and Benefits of using animated videos for knowledge management.

Proving the ROI of a training program can feel daunting. One of the most common ways to prove ROI is to compare the cost of training and the potential cost and consequences of not training. This is certainly an important part of measuring the return on your investment, but it doesn’t tell the complete story. It’s important to look at the impact of your training program through a variety of categories to help everyone see the value of training.  In this workbook, you’ll explore a variety of ways to measure the impact of your training program. You’ll find: Prompts for reflection about your training program Steps for measuring ROI KPIs to consider for each category

Companies with successful cultures are 5X more likely to see significant revenue increases this year. In the age of quiet quitting and the great resignation, how is your organization meeting the needs of its employees in a genuine way to create a culture that is a catalyst for improvement and growth? To dig deeper into the role of culture in driving success, we partnered with research firm Ascend2 to survey 300+ strategic leaders on how culture impacts performance. The research explores what exactly makes for a high-performance culture—and what’s at stake when an organization’s culture is considered negative or even "toxic." Download a copy of the report to find out: What organizations with best-in-class cultures are prioritizing this year How leadership development, team performance, and diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives impact culture The competitive advantage that sets high-performing companies apart