Do you love training and movies? You had me at hello. In this workshop, you’ll watch clips from your favorite films… but you’ll see them in a way you never have before. We’ve spent countless hours scouring Hollywood’s best works to find the scenes that will teach you various tips for becoming an award-winning trainer. Get your popcorn and Raisinets ready!  

Help your workforce shift from the tension of difficult conversations to making progress on important issues. According to a recent study, 65% of people worry about how the other person will react to having a difficult conversation. It’s common for people to avoid difficult conversations or handle them poorly because they feel unprepared or afraid to address challenging issues.  

Google, Microsoft, and Yahoo forced marketers and business owners to change their B2B email strategies on February 1. On that date, new guidelines went into effect that directly impact content and deliverability.   

Do you know that 85% of people today significantly lack self-awareness. When people attend training, they often feel like they don't need it. When people are struggling with change, they will often blame others. What if there was a way to build somebody's self-awareness that would lead to greater acceptance of training through the art and craft of coaching?   

n this live demo, you'll learn how to use the new Copilot in PowerPoint (plus we'll do a quick demo in Word, too). We'll cover: Creating a presentation from scratch or from a document Editing a presentation, including re-organizing, replacing an image, and reformatting Getting help from Copilot, including how to do a task in PowerPoint, summarizing a presentation, and finding content Best practices for getting the best results, including prompt engineering What Copilot can't do (at least not yet) and how to give Microsoft feedback

How many failures do you allow in your organization? Is it something you try to minimize or try to encourage? And while you might claim to "fail fast and cheap," how often do you end up doing the exact opposite?  

How well is your organization managing today’s rapid, unabated rate of change? According to employees, 41% don’t believe they have what they need to develop their skills, while 59% are on the lookout for more career guidance. So, it has never been more important for HR leaders to stay current with the latest trends and understand what they mean for their people and organization. Yet, more than 60% of organizations aren’t leveraging AI technology to optimize their talent programs. To help strengthen your organization’s talent management program, Cornerstone has gathered the latest intelligence on HR trends for 2024 and beyond. Read our new eBook, Remaking Work for a New World: 2024 HR Predictions, to learn: How leaders are using AI to map existing skills to content and improve instructional design How maturing practices in hybrid work will drive better collaboration Why companies are transforming the business into a skills marketplace for stronger workforce planning Why organizations are moving away from annual performance reviews How your organization can use predictive analytics to anticipate future business needs

PowerPoint templates should work well for everyone who uses them. Contrary to popular belief, templates are not easy to get right. In fact, thousands of steps go into building a solid template.  

Building on the success of our previous session, this 45-minute webinar delves deeper into AI FOMO with the antidote of tangible actions. Aimed at learning and development, as well as HR professionals, this webinar will guide you through advanced strategies for nurturing an adaptable and growth-oriented organizational culture. We will explore the nuances of change management in the context of AI, focusing on cultivating resilience, fostering innovation, and promoting a mindset of continuous improvement.  

It’s that time of year, your business goals have been aligned and solidified. You’ve identified the knowledge gap in your learners and that eLearning is how you’d like to bridge it. You’ve got your measurable learning objectives on which to base your learning on. Now it’s time to build it, in PowerPoint. Yes, PowerPoint.  

But wait .... can we talk about this tomorrow? We've all done it, waited until the last minute, and then we are stressed. The deadline looms, and it's all we can think about - how this issue (that we set up) will ruin our day or week.

In 2022, the global pharmaceutical market was valued at 1.48 trillion U.S. dollars. Let’s just say this market has experienced significant growth (and change) over the years and will continue to do so. To keep up with this pace, changes must be implemented to create effective learning experiences that improve understanding, knowledge retention and proficiency, while mitigating risk and protecting investments. This will empower employees and supercharge performance in the high-stakes pharmaceutical industry. One of the most pressing challenges is to find and implement an efficient and effective way to constantly upskill and reskill the entire workforce. This paper will explore the role training teams play in preparing employees to support the growth and change within the pharmaceutical industry.

No matter if you’re a seasoned TikTok user, just an active "scroller," or you’ve never opened the app,  you’ve probably heard TikTok is one of the most popular social media platforms out there right now.  

Some people think PPT presentations are always boring. But think of a hammer, for instance. Does the fact that a hammer is a simple tool and everyone can use it make it any less useful? Like a hammer, PowerPoint is a tool. Whether your course will be useful depends not only on the software you use, but the degree to which your content is thought out and relevant to your learners.   Download our in-depth guide to discover:  5 steps to create an effective training course in PowerPoint Tips and tricks A collection of course authoring guides and checklists PPT shortcuts and useful resources

Has your organization fully embraced AI or do they feel held back? Even though it’s one of the top topics of the working world, integrating AI into your daily strategies can seem easier said than done. L&D professionals can use AI to: • create personalized training resources • generate course outlines • close skill gaps through seamless skill-building recommendations • translate and repurpose existing training content Using AI at work can lead to increased efficiency, improved retention due to a more balanced workload, and more! There are lots of reasons why your organization should jump on the AI train today, but if you're curious about how to make that happen, check out our infographic!

As companies from Alphabet to Zoom enforce "return to the office" policies, many L&D managers are being asked to adjust their training strategy. Sometimes, this involves reducing self-paced or virtual instructor-led training (VILT) in favor of more on-site instructor-led training (ILT) events. Unfortunately, not all workers are eager to return to in-person training. How can you overcome resistance and encourage people to come to training with an open mind and willingness to learn? Download this eBook for 5 guidelines that will help you develop a better on-site learning experience.

30-year management coach, Ryan Dohrn, will explore what "truly" motivates your team. These insights will guide and inspire your thoughts on everything from fixing those that are underperforming to compensation to leading the unleadable.  

The Gen-Z + Millennial workforce is here - and immediately challenging conventional business with "Quiet Quitting" and "Great Resignation" trends. Your company has two options: blame the pandemic and generational stereotypes…or discover how to maximize the emerging workforce’s significant talents with communications expert Luke Goetting.  

In 1965, the Beatles released a hit song, "Try to See It My Way... Think of what you're saying… Think of what I’m saying… We can work it out," an overnight sensation with an optimistic message. But on the job, "working it out" requires more than optimism. It demands time, effort, and know-how. That’s why books like Bullies at Work, Difficult People 101, and How to Work with Jerks are so popular. As a matter of fact, employees in the U.S. spend almost three hours per week involved in conflict, and all told, conflict can consume up to 40% of a manager’s time. And contrary to what you might expect, working in remote and hybrid environments doesn’t help at all.   

The first comprehensive ISO standard on L&D metrics, published in June 2023, guides the selection and reporting of 52 key L&D metrics for large organizations and 19 for small/medium-sized organizations. The standard includes definitions and formulas for the recommended metrics and illustrations of the use of many of the metrics in simple tables.  

Join our exclusive webinar with three experts delving into 'What Execs Need to Know About Generative AI in Learning Ecosystems.' Discover key priorities, insights, and strategies for integrating AI effectively. This interactive Q&A panel will offer lots of opportunity for audience participation and discussion.  

Traditional learning methods, like structured programs and formal courses, cannot keep pace with our changing workplace reality. Instead, L&D must adopt a holistic view of employee development and activate the entire workplace ecosystem. We must expand our toolkit and develop new skills that will make us more proactive in addressing the changing needs of our people and our business.  

Do you sell virtually? Do you have challenges? Do you want to sell 20% more?

In today's diverse and interconnected digital landscape, the right media not only captures attention but speaks volumes about inclusivity and awareness. A poignant image, a relatable video, or an inclusive infographic can transform your content, making it resonate with a broader audience. But with an avalanche of resources available, how do you pinpoint the perfect media that aligns with your message and appeals to a diverse audience?