Chief Learning Officer - CLO Media
Chief Learning Officer is a multimedia publication focused on the importance, benefits and advancements of a properly trained workforce.
Giving your employees the power to drive their own development can empower your workforce, improve engagement, and drive innovation. But how do you go from offering traditional training to an employee-driven development program? It starts with an understanding of how people learn and then finding ways you can apply these principles to enhance your training […]
You know the potential business impact of learning, and we do too—but your leaders may not see how critical it really is. We see this for one of two reasons: L&D isn’t living up to its business impact potential (likely because it’s focused on tactical or transactional goals). L&D is enabling business success, but the […]
The workforce landscape is evolving, with some organizations exploring a focus on skills and adaptability alongside traditional job titles — a shift that could benefit employers, who can build adaptable teams, and employees, who can develop well-rounded skillsets. According to the University of Phoenix Career Optimism Index, a survey of U.S. workers and employers published […]
Join this webinar as we explore how L&D professionals can navigate employee resistance and foster resilience to drive digital transformation success. Discover practical strategies and insights to empower your organization's journey towards embracing change in the technology landscape and achieving lasting growth. Let's talk about how ‘workflow learning’ can help bridge the digital skills gap […]
Learning and development (L&D) plays a crucial role in equipping employees with the skills they need to succeed. However, many organizations struggle to demonstrate the true impact of their L&D programs on business goals. In this interactive webinar, we’ll explore strategies for aligning L&D programs with your organization's strategic priorities. You'll discover: - How to […]
Managers play essential roles in your organization–facilitating nearly every critical deliverable and business process. But most of the trainings, development programs, and support systems aimed at managers aren’t seen as valuable by both managers and execs. To avoid the quicksand of doing things ‘the way they have always been done,’ and explore ways to get […]
Every organization is faced with disruptions that require them to continuously evolve. How do successful learning and development organizations ensure they are aligned with the evolving business strategy, while meeting the emerging needs of the learners? This session will explore five dimensions of a modern learning organization and how they align and connect to drive […]
Learn firsthand from TD Bank about the compelling advantages of extended reality (XR) — an encompassing term that includes augmented reality, virtual reality, mixed reality and beyond — in driving learner engagement, comprehension and retention. We’ll discuss the strategic alignment needed to scale training innovation with the most impactful customer-centric skills. As a forward-focused organization, […]
Join Samera Edwards, Program Manager, Equity, Inclusion & Diversity at Waymo, and Torch’s Lead Behavioral Scientist for a conversation about strategic coaching to develop leaders. The conversation will explore how to: - Think about group coaching and 1:1 coaching in comparison to other leadership development programs. - Identify and set your goals. - Selecting participants […]
In a rapidly evolving professional landscape, this webinar will focus on the importance of staying ahead by developing key skills - both personally and professionally. Paul Eschen, CMO at BizLibrary, will share key takeaways from a recent "Trends in Training" survey of hundreds of HR and L&D professionals on the top skills that organizations are […]
Torch is a coaching platform that helps organizations develop stronger leaders at scale. We connect leaders with coaches who help them develop the skills they need to make their teams and their organization more successful. Leading brands use Torch to develop their people, create stronger leaders and managers, and drive business performance. Join us to […]
You want to get new staff on the floor as quickly as possible, but you need them trained and ready to perform. Taking shortcuts around onboarding is tempting—but instead of reducing labor spend, it can increase costs related to turnover, safety and inefficiency. The alternative: onboard new associates faster and more effectively. In this session, […]
In a rapidly evolving professional landscape, this webinar will focus on the importance of staying ahead by developing key skills - both personally and professionally. Paul Eschen, CMO at BizLibrary, will share key takeaways from a recent "Trends in Training" survey of hundreds of HR and L&D professionals on the top skills that organizations are […]
Organizations are facing enormous pressure in an increasingly uncertain and disruptive business climate. To remain competitive, companies need to identify and respond to these challenges through a combination of people, technology, skills, and performance behavior. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is already playing a defining role in learning, and organizations need to factor this into their learning […]
The workforce landscape is evolving, with some organizations exploring a focus on skills and adaptability alongside traditional job titles — a shift that could benefit employers, who can build adaptable teams, and employees, who can develop well-rounded skillsets. According to the University of Phoenix Career Optimism Index, a survey of U.S. workers and employers published […]
Join this webinar as we explore how L&D professionals can navigate employee resistance and foster resilience to drive digital transformation success. Discover practical strategies and insights to empower your organization's journey towards embracing change in the technology landscape and achieving lasting growth. Let's talk about how ‘workflow learning’ can help bridge the digital skills gap […]
Unlock the potential of your employees with technology upskilling at a new level. In this webinar, Faye Ellis, Principal Training Architect, will present the core findings of the Pluralsight Tech Forecast 2024, including what your teams need to focus on in the tech world. Some of the topics within this presentation include: - The top […]
Conversations around AI are only getting louder, and the L&D space is certainly no exception. Amid all the noise, intentionality is more important than ever. Join this in-depth exploration of how learning leaders are leveraging AI to enable and support employee development by first and foremost identifying the problem: What are we looking to solve?
Successfully de-escalating a heated situation or showing genuine empathy for a customer can be the pinnacle of building long-term trust and loyalty for your business. The challenge lies in teaching employees how to do it. Companies like TD Bank have partnered with Strivr to tackle the challenge head on by bringing XR-based training to its […]
Torch is a coaching platform that helps organizations develop stronger leaders at scale. We connect leaders with coaches who help them develop the skills they need to make their teams and their organization more successful. Leading brands use Torch to develop their people, create stronger leaders and managers, and drive business performance. Join us to […]
Managers play essential roles in your organization–facilitating nearly every critical deliverable and business process. But most of the trainings, development programs, and support systems aimed at managers aren’t seen as valuable by both managers and execs. To avoid the quicksand of doing things ‘the way they have always been done,’ and explore ways to get […]
Organizations of every size and across all industries are facing some sort of challenge relating to their talent. The most common challenge? The talent gap. According to data from PwC, the talent shortage and skills gap in the U.S. is expected to be worth a loss of $8.5 trillion by 2030. A seemingly perfect solution […]
Is your L&D function struggling to prove its worth in a tight budget environment? A recent Brandon Hall Group study found that only 46% of companies say their learning strategy aligns with business objectives, leaving a massive gap between investment and impact. In this webinar, we'll explore the hurdles facing L&D teams as they strive […]
Every organization is faced with disruptions that require them to continuously evolve. How do successful learning and development organizations ensure they are aligned with the evolving business strategy, while meeting the emerging needs of the learners? This session will explore five dimensions of a modern learning organization and how they align and connect to drive […]
Are you ready to hear the top workplace skills of 2024? Organizations are adopting a skills-based approach to keep up with the rapid pace of change brought about by generative AI. Companies and their leaders must prepare employees now to acquire the necessary skills to remain competitive in the market. Leaders must also develop skills […]
Join this webinar as we explore how L&D professionals can navigate employee resistance and foster resilience to drive digital transformation success. Discover practical strategies and insights to empower your organization's journey towards embracing change in the technology landscape and achieving lasting growth. Let's talk about how ‘workflow learning’ can help bridge the digital skills gap […]
The world is changing rapidly and people leaders have had to keep up with global crises, changing economic conditions, and shifting organizational priorities. While no one can predict the future, there are key trends that leaders can track and anticipate. Join Torch’s Principal Behavioral Scientist, Mandy Varley and Sr. Director of Marketing, Ellen Gomes for […]
Investing in the growth and development of your leaders can have a major impact on your organization’s success and wellbeing. From empowering and nurturing current leaders to cultivating a strong bench of emerging leaders, BizLibrary’s 2024 Trends in Training and Development Survey shows leadership development to be a top challenge that many organizations are facing. […]
Torch’s upcoming Leadership (Re)Development webinar hosted by Jim Bell, Chief Marketing Officer, will explore the psychology behind performance and discuss how organizations can redefine leader development to be more effective and impactful. Jim will be joined by Magellan Federal’s Sr. Director of Human Performance, Jon Metzler, and Manager of Performance Coaching, Meg Helf, as they […]
This webinar replay takes a tour through two award-winning learning programs. Macy’s and Lincoln Financial Group were recognized with industry gold awards for their innovative use of simulation-based learning to change workforce behavior at scale. Our expert panel featuring these two award winners provides practical ideas on how to: ● Give employees the practice they […]
ISO is set to release its first comprehensive standard on learning and development metrics. The standard includes 19 metrics for small- and medium-sized organizations and 52 metrics for large organizations, as well as definitions for all metrics and examples of their use. The recommendations are organized by five types of users and by three types […]
Career growth continues to be a top driver of employee engagement and retention, and organizations without a strong employee growth strategy and practice will fall behind. The content of this session will apply to each attendee’s three personas ― as an employee driving their own personal growth and development; as a leader partnering with their […]
Although learning continues to evolve, it remains pivotal to any organization. Establishing a culture of continuous learning not only shapes the present, but builds the future. With so many modes and modalities of learning, how do we identify the impact of learning within an organization and collect data to make informed decisions that drive success? […]
In today's competitive landscape, talent management goes beyond traditional training. It's about leveraging data-driven insights to drive organizational success. Dive into the world of training intelligence, where sophisticated data architectures not only enhance talent development but also propel businesses forward. In this enlightening replay with live Q&A with John Peebles, CEO of Administrate, you'll discover: […]
Many organizations’ diversity and inclusion initiatives fall short because they lack a comprehensive strategy. The one-off training sessions may be beneficial in creating high-level understanding, but like any other skill, continuous practice and reiteration is required to build that muscle. At an organizational level, developing a sustainability plan allows one to think holistically and practically […]
Amidst tight budgets and increasingly savvy stakeholders, HR leaders today can’t afford to invest in solutions that don’t scale or provide lasting change. They need to prove their programs have a return on investment at every level–individual, team, and organization.Enter new research from the behavioral science team at Torch on how coaching does just that. […]
Why are we all so busy but feel like nothing gets done? Unproductive meetings, endless emails, and reports-for-the-sake-of-reporting aren’t the definition of meaningful work—they’re the result of complexity. Complexity is killing companies’ ability to innovate and adapt, and simplicity is fast becoming the competitive advantage of our time. With the rise of remote and hybrid […]
We often complain that we don’t have a seat at the table. And yet, we’re still responding to training requests and showing our value through Kirkpatrick Levels of Evaluation. The business doesn’t care about HR metrics, they care about us solving business problems. This session is designed to help you position yourself as a business […]
Coaching has the ability to unlock not only individual potential, but also to transform teams and organizational cultures. But achieving those results requires a strategic approach – one that is tailored to an organization’s unique context, and can evolve dynamically as its needs change. We call this strategic approach focused coaching. The idea behind focused […]
In this webinar, Dr. Michael Kolodziej dives into how to identify and address skill gaps that may exist within your organization and the evolving job market. He provides insight into the important distinctions between skills and knowledge, explores effective methods for skill development, and examines which skills assessment techniques are optimal to help maximize the […]
Business is entering its skills era. For innovators, it’s time for a strategic plan to become a skills-based organization (SBO) before getting left behind in all the forward momentum. The transition is exciting, it’s daunting, and — for now — it’s still abstract. But one thing is clear: there are tactics and strategies that can […]
Imagine working in an organization where one leader holds all of the control to make decisions. Once she makes decisions, they’re communicated down the hierarchy. This leader tells you what you need to do, and how to do it. This is what’s known as “command and control” leadership, and it’s the way organizations thought leaders […]
42% of emerging leaders report they had inadequate or ineffective professional development prior to their first leadership role. In today’s landscape of multigenerational workforces, virtual offices, and ever-evolving skills gaps — is your training doing enough to prepare your future leaders? Join Dan Rust, Vice President of Global Leadership and Organizational Development at InfoPro Learning […]
Learner expectations have shifted significantly in recent years. Employees expect to not only be fully supported in their roles but also in their careers. Organizations are now focusing on the employee experience and a full range of integrated talent strategies to drive commitment and performance in their people. In this webinar, we will bring you […]
How can we cultivate an environment in which employees perform at their best? How do policies impact employees’ mental health, job satisfaction, and overall performance? What are the unintended consequences of policies designed to maximize performance? Join mental health practitioner Gretchen Yungen, Industrial and Organizational Psychology professional Jessica Billiet, and User Experience Design expert Amie […]
This webinar will demonstrate the value of identifying and leveraging your employees’ passions to achieve commitment. We know each of our team members are unique. How can we use that to create stronger commitment to the team’s success? Participants will have the opportunity to engage with several examples and considerations that will be shared so […]
Webinar Objectives: • Learn how CBRE, the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, trains their people managers on an enterprise scale. • Explore the simulation-based learning solutions CBRE utilizes to drive learner engagement. • Understand the metrics that are monitored to determine the success of the program.
Nearly every recent workplace research indicates that both leader and follower fatigue is widespread, real, and ongoing. Even in the post-covid phase, this one element continues to linger and plague the effectiveness and enjoyment of work. People are tired, stressed, frustrated, and drained, with no end in sight. And we know that these sentiments affect […]
AI has taken the world by storm and is already a disruptive force across many industries. We are just beginning to understand how AI will transform how we build the skills of our teams and validate their capabilities. On one hand, AI can act as a force multiplier, reducing the quantity of things learners must […]
Join David Wilson, the CEO, and founder of Fosway Group, as he provides expert insights into how companies can align their business strategy with their upskilling programs, and why it’s so important. David will delve into market skill trends derived from Fosway’s published report and discuss how companies are investing in their talent and how […]
