Dear Readers,

The connections trainers and HR professionals make with the people of an organization have profound influence on an organization’s success.

Performance and learning need to be closely aligned and involve all levels of the organization. This month, we present some great articles that address the workforce part of the training and learning equation as well as ideas on content delivery and thinking about how to share information for the betterment of the community.

Connecting CLOs With the Recruiting Process
By Jason Averbook

Silos within the human capital management process continue to converge, and learning executives serve as essential linchpins. Performance and learning have come closer together, and we have seen continued blending of learning and compensation. Learning, along with career and succession planning, continues to grow—but what about learning and recruiting? Learn More

Building a Successful Blended Learning Strategy
By Michael McGinnis

There seems to be reluctance in transitioning instructor-led training (ILT) to a blended learning format. This may be due to resistance on the part of the organization or training department to change existing classroom session formats. Another reason I believe is more prevalent is not knowing how.
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Improving Your Click Rate
By Kathe Grooms

Have you ever noticed that with some people, you just seem to click, and with others – no matter how hard you try –  it just doesn’t happen? Understanding what’s going on and knowing how to work with it can make a huge difference in your work – and your life. Learn More

Unlock Workforce Potential
By Betty Hintch

Increasingly, employers are recognizing the importance of linking employee skills to the organization’s strategic goals. But that is easier said than done. Determining a starting point and identifying tools to measure and manage information are critical to the process. Learn More

Pass It On
By Kristine Ellis

You never know when a good idea will come along. Consider Kevin Wilde, vice president and chief learning officer for Minneapolis-based food manufacturer General Mills. Wilde was out running one day when he came up with an idea for supporting executives in the nonprofit sector. Since General Mills was already bringing in nationally recognized speakers for internal leadership development, why not ask them to stay over an extra day and offer free leadership forums for community leaders? Learn More

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