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What Is Career Growth and How Does It Benefit Your Organization?

Career growth is significant to employees but can also be important to your organization. Learn why companies should foster their staff's goals and how you can start doing that today.

September 19, 2023

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E-Learning: The Business Case for Your Organization

Digital learning, also known as e-learning, replaces the traditional classroom experience. Learn more about the value of e-learning for professional development and how it could help your business meet its strategic goals.

September 18, 2023

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2024 Guide to Managing Remote Teams

As work-from-home and remote work options have evolved since the global pandemic, so have the best practices for managing remote teams. Learn why the demand for remote work remains high and how to increase productivity and morale on your team.

September 15, 2023

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What Is Career Growth and How Does It Benefit Your Organization?

Career growth is significant to employees but can also be important to your organization. Learn why companies should foster their staff's goals and how you can start doing that today.

September 19, 2023

Article

[Featured image] Man taking class on laptop computer

E-Learning: The Business Case for Your Organization

Digital learning, also known as e-learning, replaces the traditional classroom experience. Learn more about the value of e-learning for professional development and how it could help your business meet its strategic goals.

September 18, 2023

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Top courses for career development

Status: Preview

University of California, Santa Cruz

Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Positivity, Design Thinking, Decision Making, Relationship Building, Professional Development, Creative Thinking, Interviewing Skills, Self-Awareness, Negotiation, Personal Development, Goal Setting

4.9
Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
16 reviews

Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Status: Free Trial

Goodwill Industries International

Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Coaching, Virtual Teams, Professional Development, Professionalism, Client Services, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Talent Pipelining, Relationship Management, Human Development, Adaptability, Stakeholder Engagement, Workforce Development, Strategic Partnership, Project Implementation, Technology Strategies, Rapport Building, Emerging Technologies, Goal Setting, Empathy

Build toward a degree

4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
452 reviews

Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Status: Free Trial

Macquarie University

Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Resilience, Personal Development, Time Management, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Productivity, Cultural Sensitivity, Adaptability, Self-Awareness, Business Ethics, Leadership Development, Business Communication, Cognitive flexibility, Diversity Awareness, Professional Development, Diversity and Inclusion, Workplace inclusivity, Lifelong Learning, Communication

4.8
Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
2.8K reviews

Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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Talent Mobility: What It Is and How It Impacts Your Company

You need an energetic, flexible workforce as the business world rapidly evolves. Effective talent management is critical. Learn more about what talent mobility is and why it’s essential.

September 15, 2023

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L&D: What Is Learning and Development?

Learning and development, or L&D, helps companies retain and attract skilled talent, improve company culture, and engage employees. Learn more about the benefits of L&D initiatives and how you can design your L&D program.

September 15, 2023

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12 High-Paying Jobs in New York City

Explore the high-paying jobs in New York City and the average salary for each position.

August 30, 2023

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Conflict Resolution Skills: What They Are and How to Use Them

Read this article to learn about conflict resolution skills and strategies and how to use them.

August 25, 2023

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ChatGPT Resume: How to Use ChatGPT to Write Your Resume

Learn about the different ways to prompt ChatGPT when writing your resume from scratch—or strengthening it.

August 17, 2023

Article

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What Is Excel? Formulas, Functions, and More

Microsoft Excel is a software that you can use to organize data for your work and everyday life. Learn about formulas, functions, and more that you can apply when using Excel.

August 16, 2023

Article

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Cognitive Skills: What They Are, Why They Matter, and How They’re Used

Learn how you can improve your cognitive skills. Discover what it means to be a cognitive thinker and how cognitive skills may be useful for you.

July 24, 2023

Article

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Why Do Managers Need Coaching Skills?

Coaching skills equip managers with the tools to facilitate employee development, improve performance, enhance engagement, communicate effectively, and foster leadership growth.

June 30, 2023

Article

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Company Culture: Why It Matters

Company culture influences job responsibilities, employee relationships, company productivity, and more. Learn how to find the right company culture for you.

June 7, 2023

Article

[Featured image] Woman working at home during online meeting

2024 Guide to Managing Remote Teams

As work-from-home and remote work options have evolved since the global pandemic, so have the best practices for managing remote teams. Learn why the demand for remote work remains high and how to increase productivity and morale on your team.

September 15, 2023

Article

[Featured image] A smiling person in a group of colleagues discusses talent mobility.

Talent Mobility: What It Is and How It Impacts Your Company

You need an energetic, flexible workforce as the business world rapidly evolves. Effective talent management is critical. Learn more about what talent mobility is and why it’s essential.

September 15, 2023

Article

[Featured image] Office staff having a discussion during a meeting

L&D: What Is Learning and Development?

Learning and development, or L&D, helps companies retain and attract skilled talent, improve company culture, and engage employees. Learn more about the benefits of L&D initiatives and how you can design your L&D program.

September 15, 2023

Article

[Featured image] Two people in business attire walk along the waterfront with the New York City skyline in the background.

12 High-Paying Jobs in New York City

Explore the high-paying jobs in New York City and the average salary for each position.

August 30, 2023

Article

[Featured image] Two professionals sitting in a glass-walled conference room solving a conflict.

Conflict Resolution Skills: What They Are and How to Use Them

Read this article to learn about conflict resolution skills and strategies and how to use them.

August 25, 2023

Article

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ChatGPT Resume: How to Use ChatGPT to Write Your Resume

Learn about the different ways to prompt ChatGPT when writing your resume from scratch—or strengthening it.

August 17, 2023

Article

[Featured Image] A woman works on a laptop computer.

What Is Excel? Formulas, Functions, and More

Microsoft Excel is a software that you can use to organize data for your work and everyday life. Learn about formulas, functions, and more that you can apply when using Excel.

August 16, 2023

Article

[Featured image] A learner wearing a gray hoodie reads a book in front of their laptop at a desk in front of sunlit windows.

Cognitive Skills: What They Are, Why They Matter, and How They’re Used

Learn how you can improve your cognitive skills. Discover what it means to be a cognitive thinker and how cognitive skills may be useful for you.

July 24, 2023

Article

[Featured image] A manager coaches their employee while sitting at a conference table with a laptop.

Why Do Managers Need Coaching Skills?

Coaching skills equip managers with the tools to facilitate employee development, improve performance, enhance engagement, communicate effectively, and foster leadership growth.

June 30, 2023

Article

[Featured image] Two co-workers stand in an open-concept office space having a conversation. One of them holds a laptop computer. More of their colleagues sit behind them at a conference table.

Company Culture: Why It Matters

Company culture influences job responsibilities, employee relationships, company productivity, and more. Learn how to find the right company culture for you.

June 7, 2023

Article

Whether starting your first job, exploring a new career path, or growing in your current role, the right advice will empower you to move forward with clarity and confidence. Discover career resources, tools, and guidance to support your professional journey:

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