Category: Human Resourses Training
Building a Positive Work Environment: A DEI Perspective
Creating a positive work environment within the framework of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility (DEIA) or DEIB (Belonging) requires a broad approach that addresses different aspects of organizational culture, policies and practices. It starts with creating a sense of belonging.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI): Starting with Recruiting
Perspectives and tools for building diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) continue to evolve in organizations, as more people are part of the conversations that truly encourage employee engagement, a positive work environment and a sense of belonging.
DOL Finalizes New Rule for Overtime Exemptions
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced a final rule that significantly raises the salary threshold for overtime exemptions. This move marks the peak of efforts that began with a proposal in September, which faced resistance from certain Republican representatives and various business sectors.
FTC Implements Nationwide Ban on Noncompete Agreements
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has enacted a definitive rule banning noncompete agreements across the United States. This rule, aiming to invigorate labor market competition, marks a transformative shift in the landscape of employment and talent retention for businesses.
Factors in Designing a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Program
Organizations continue to recognize the benefits of a diverse team: broader talent pools, deeper dialogue, more holistic views of the customer perspective, and more complete decision-making. To better define and implement diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs, organizations are conducting assessments, bringing in training and implementing changes on both systemic and personal levels.
Four Practical Ways to Celebrate Global Diversity Awareness Month
In a separate article, we focused on what Global Diversity Awareness month is and why and how organizations can use it to strategically initiate or reevaluate Diversity and Inclusion initiatives. In this article, we focus on concrete and practical activities that any team, organization or individual can implement to jumpstart this work and celebrate the month.
Building Global Diversity Awareness in Your Organization
There are many diversity-focused weeks and months throughout the year – many focusing on the uniqueness of a specific group or characteristic, or a different source of diversity. In October, we celebrate Global Diversity Awareness Month.
A Micro-Look at Microlearning: Designing a Learning Experience
Microlearning is training that delivers bite-sized pieces of information to learners. Together, several microlearning courses can be combined to create a larger training program – but each should be able to stand on its own as well.
What is Microlearning? Training in Less Time than a Coffee Break
National Coffee Day is in September, and the event raises an interesting question: What could you teach someone in the time it takes to drink a cup of coffee? This is not just a theoretical question – for learning and development professionals, that question is at a heart of a new training approach: microlearning.
Top Excel Interview Questions to Prepare For
Microsoft Excel is the most popular spreadsheet tool in use today, so it is likely that you will answer at least some questions about this important program during interviews. This is true whether you are looking for work as a senior manager or an intern.