When the CEO of Agilent Technologies embarked on a dramatic business transformation, he partnered with Chief Learning Officer Teresa Roche to deliver the leadership skills and competencies needed to establish the company as a market leader.
New ideas are born everyday but only the handful of ones that stick create lasting impact. By examining sticky ideas, CLOs can uncover patterns they can use to create transformative learning experiences.
While some learning organizations are grappling with the challenges inherent in today’s "do more with less" environment, others have the opposite problem: how to handle the flow of cash created by the economic stimulus package.
Organizations are shifting priorities away from talent to immediate needs such as reducing risk and cost. While keeping an eye on the short term, learning leaders need to find long-term opportunities to leverage development.
The Talent Management Magazine "State of the Industry 2009" survey indicates significant challenges in 2009, but also continued opportunity for learning and development.
With record numbers of layoffs, leaders’ interpersonal skills are being put to the test. But coaching on business acumen may be where the real need lies.
