Articles by Kate Everson

Comic Book Superheroes Pack a Diversity Punch
Marvel Comics announced major demographic changes in two of their most popular characters, and companies should take note.

Sherryann Plesse: Learning as a Win-Win
The Vanguard Group’s chief learning officer handles industry changes, embraces globalization and constantly looks to benefit everyone through her work.

But I Can’t Speak the Language
As business becomes more global, language skills become critical. So what’s stopping companies from teaching their employees how to communicate far from home?

Don’t Forget the Middle Performers
Before throwing more money and time at the high performers and new hires, make sure programs reach employees in the middle, too.

Recruiting the Long-Term Unemployed
The idea that the long-term unemployed are damaged goods in the eyes of hiring managers no longer applies in the new talent economy, according to Jody Greenstone Miller.

Facing the Facts: Facial Recognition and E-Learning
New facial recognition software could mean more integrity and personalization for e-learning, even if it comes with a side of creepy.

Learning to Work With Unions
Union membership may be down, but business leaders still need to know how to work with organized labor — and that starts with the CLO.

Time Enough to Lead
Like in relationships, there’s a thin line between too much attention and not enough. Finding that sweet spot not only leads to better performance, but also better leaders.

Union Up and Fly Right
Working with unions is part of the lesson plan at Southwest Airlines' corporate university.

New at Starbucks: Tuition Assistance
The coffee titan unveils its new College Achievement Plan, but not without some criticism.

What Kind of Leader Are You?
Leadership style is more than skin deep — it’s embedded in the brain.

Washington Redskins Issue Gets Native Americans Off the Sidelines
With Washington’s NFL team under fire for its racially insensitive name, Native American marginalization could finally find itself on the diversity playing field.

To Creativity and Beyond Part 3: Befriending the New
When it’s your business to be innovative, make sure you understand the importance of protecting and engaging the new.

EQ: A Study in Manipulation
Emotional intelligence can be a major boost to a leader’s success, but in the wrong hands it can be dangerous.

Revamping Diversity at Humana
The health insurance provider’s new inclusion and diversity council shows it’s never too late to rethink diversity and get the CEO on board.