I wrote a previous article related to leadership development that discussed why an effective leadership development program was much more than just about the content. While everything from that article still holds true, while re-reading it I realized that for the first time in a long time, even the content for developing leaders needs to […]
As SDI approaches 20 years partnering with clients of a variety of sizes, industries, and markets, I find myself reflecting more frequently on how the learning industry as a whole has evolved in my 25+ professional years. Interestingly, I keep coming back to the phrase, “The more things change, the more they stay the same.” […]
When you think back to the last complex problem you were forced to deal with, how did you try and solve it? If you’re like most people, you either relied on what you knew and hoped for the best, or you went outside of the box and tried to find out what you didn’t know before working towards a solution. The latter […]
We’ve read the books. We’ve bought the tools. But what is a culture of learning? Theory is studied, but culture is application. In order to reap the benefits of continuous learning, it must be engrained into our daily routine. 94% of employees would stay at a company longer if it invested in their career development, […]
Outdated training is a good problem to have, because it means your organization has grown. On top of updating your brand strategy, updating internal structures should be an engrained part of your business. Training can never be checked off as “done.” It is an ongoing process of trial and error. Still, how can you tell […]
Even seemingly insignificant stories can teach us facts that stick with us for the rest of our lives. Legally Blonde taught us that you can’t wet your hair for twenty-four hours after getting a perm. An episode of The Simpsons taught us the five stages of grief. And how could we forget that there are […]
You either got it or you don’t. The best eLearning courses in the world are nothing without the right presentation. Part of the learning experience, in addition to the latest research, is designing a course that is functional and yes, fun. Instructional design (ID) or instructional systems design (ISD), is the practice of creating something […]
Successful businesses are constantly growing, and it’s no secret digital learning tools lead to better job candidates, advanced workers, and greater ROI per employee—all critical to organizational growth. However, successful businesses also count on the fact that no one else can do what they do. So, what’s the compromise? In lieu of run-of-the-mill training materials, […]
In the quest to be a value-driven organization, let’s not forget about the most valuable asset in your company: your people. This pandemic has been a huge reminder that it’s our team members that make or break our business. You come to work every day with a drive to be stronger than you were the […]
Many organizations found last year’s transition to work-from-home a little rushed, to put it lightly. Looking back, we’ve now had 365 days of wisdom to reevaluate digital technology in the workplace and see what does and does not thrive in our industry. With plans to return to the office now circulating, how does digital transformation […]
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