Chief Learning Officer

4 days ago | chieflearningofficer.com | Ashley St. John

In today’s competitive economy, the most successful companies don’t just develop products — they develop people. Retaining and developing talent is the key to innovation, growth and long-term sustainability. However, for many businesses, the gap between employee potential and available training resources is still too wide. Enter the Coalition for the Common Good, a first-of-its-kind national university system with a mission rooted in equity, access and workforce development.

3 weeks ago | chieflearningofficer.com | Elizabeth Loutfi-Hipchen

“An incredibly strong leadership pipeline is the key to organizational success.” Right? That’s the thinking behind the decades-long dominance of leadership development in our approach to talent management. And in most cases the focus on leadership forms the bedrock of a flourishing culture of achievement, commitment, and grit. But are there any downsides? A review of the current talent landscape suggests there are. And focusing on teams might be the antidote to restore balance.

1 month ago | chieflearningofficer.com | Elizabeth Loutfi-Hipchen

Professional learning and development leaders now face more training options and tools than ever before. When I started in this industry 13 years ago, most of us relied on either face-to-face live instruction or pre-recorded videos. Then, we slowly started to see the emergence of interactive e-learning modules, basic gamified learning, and simple simulations. But once the COVID-19 pandemic hit, these areas exploded with sophisticated new options for remote learning.

1 month ago | chieflearningofficer.com | Elizabeth Loutfi-Hipchen

In the face of rapid technological and social disruptions, millions of employees struggle to adapt their professional expertise and career trajectories. Many find it challenging to identify meaningful learning pathways and acquire the requisite skills to lead impactful and fulfilling professional lives. In 2022, we wrote about the application of artificial intelligence in corporate skill development.

1 month ago | chieflearningofficer.com | Ashley St. John

Retaining top talent has always been critical for organizations across all industries. With 38.6 million resignations reported last year by the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Job Openings and Labor Turnover report, the urgency for effective retention strategies has never been greater. As monthly resignation rates remain consistently high, organizations must proactively address this challenge. Talent retention is not just about reducing turnover.