Chief Learning Officer - CLO Media
Chief Learning Officer is a multimedia publication focused on the importance, benefits and advancements of a properly trained workforce.
Ironically, connectivity is the thread holding your business together. Yet, could you easily create a map of all the tools and technologies that work together to keep your business afloat? How about all the skills present (and missing) across your workforce? Or the inner workings of the skill supply and demand chain in your organization? […]
While facing challenges including limited budget and securing support from leadership, HR and L&D teams must get creative to solve organizational challenges with less. In this resource constrained environment, it’s important to leverage tools and development tactics that are able to solve multiple challenges at once. During this webinar, Torch Head of Behavioral Science Insights […]
The global economy is starting a downturn. Efficiency will be the top priority of organizations. That means employees will be expected to do more, with less. Work happens on software in the modern workplace. For businesses, it is critical to empower their workforces to get the best out of their software application stack to be […]
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 […]
Games and gamification have been hot topics in the learning industry for years, but we have only just scratched the surface of their potential. We believe games are the most powerful tool and strategy we have to challenge, immerse, energize and engage learners. Join Rich Calcutt, Senior Learning Consultant and Games Specialist, and Andrew Joly, […]
To stay competitive, it’s crucial for organizations to leverage skills data to gain deeper insights into the capabilities of their people. Skill data lends a new level of granularity to talent management, empowering organizations to be more agile as market conditions demand it. Yet, initiatives focused solely on skills management can be complex to implement, […]
From Josh Bersin to Donald H Taylor, skills and skills-based management are near the top of every L&D trend list in 2023. So how can you take skills data and use the insights to inform your learning and people strategy? Brandon Brodkin from Watershed provides expertise on how to make sense of your learning ecosystem […]
Join Keegan Walden, Torch’s Co-founder and Chief Science Officer and Tramel Dodd, Senior Director, Talent Enablement at Reddit for a conversation about how to think about building a people development program that scales and drives impact for its participants and the organization. Key Learning Objectives: • How to think about coaching and mentoring as a […]
Join us for an engaging webinar that explores the power of modernizing IT skilling through collaborative learning! Organizations are facing budget constraints amid fears of recession, and many will need to explore more focused approaches to bridging skills gaps, according to a recent Harvard Business Review article. One of the biggest developments in this space […]
According to a recent poll from CNN and the Kaiser Family Foundation, 90% of adults say the U.S. is experiencing a mental health crisis, but our mental healthcare system is not equipped to support the demand. When it comes to the workplace, employers are eager to provide employees better access to mental and emotional health […]
Employees working remotely create health and safety challenges for organizations, and the issue can be more acute in small to mid–sized organizations where it is common for one individual to wear several hats, including safety coordinator. With almost 92 million Americans working from home at least one day a week, companies struggle with how to […]
The heart of workplace success in the face of today’s environment—hybrid work, diversity efforts, and decreasing engagement and retention—comes down to solving one key challenge: trust. New research shows that leaders struggle to build trust with their teams, and organizations falter without it. Join our webinar to explore how you can: • Address changing employee […]
In this webinar Dr. Michael Kolodziej explores how leaders can apply the principles of good learning in order to develop an effective learning experience in the workplace. He reviews the key aspects of good learning and looks at how artificial intelligence (AI), specifically adaptive learning, AI-Chat GPT+, and video-based assessments enable leaders to deliver effective […]
The pace of technological advancement continues to accelerate, presenting both opportunities and challenges for tech professionals and decision makers. To provide key insights into the current state of the tech landscape, we conducted a global survey of the tech community in 2023. in this webinar, we will share findings from the survey which explored the […]
Join Talent Management’s editors for an in-depth look into Talent Management’s first awards program: The Talent Trailblazers. In this brief webinar, we’ll discuss all you need to know to apply or nominate a colleague for an award. Join us to learn more about: • Important dates for the program • Who should apply • How […]
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 […]
AI is transforming everything - including learning tech. Tools like ChatGPT have made us curious, and anxious, about how AI will affect our businesses and operations. But AI is only one innovation of many in the learning tech space - and it needs the right software support to thrive. In this webinar, hosted by CLO […]
“Coaching has risen as a ‘must-have’ for organizations in the last couple of years with 86% of organizational leaders agreeing that relationship-based approaches to leadership development, like coaching and mentoring, achieve better results than other forms of learning,” according to data from the Harvard Business Review Analytic Services report, Leveraging Coaching and Mentoring to Create […]
With the world of work rapidly and fundamentally shifting to a skills-focused lens, you must modernize your business model before necessity does it for you. Transforming into a skills-based organization (SBO) is a complicated, emerging process, but with the right tools and strategies, a little guidance, and a future-focused mindset, you can leave your mark […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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: […]
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? […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]