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The Trickle-Up Theory of Education
I’ve had a lifetime of great teachers, both in schools and in the “real world.” But business has turned out to be the greatest educator and experience the sharpest master. With each passing day, week, month, year, I learn more about myself, my employees,
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The Power of Informal Learning
With the dramatic decline in traditional classroom training, the increased popularity of e-learning and the emergence of a more project-based and outcome-driven learning model, it’s important to take a look at the type of learner we are trying to serve an
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The Chief Learning Officer’s Investment Portfolio
With global economic recovery well underway, senior training and development professionals are more optimistic in their outlook for the future. However, they are still under the gun to make investments that both deliver value immediately (if not sooner) a
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The MONY Group: Investing in Education
MONY recently expanded its e-learning platform and the accompanying courseware to focus on providing training that will emphasize quality financial services and advice so that clients will benefit from a uniform, high-quality experience. The new e-learnin
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Fujitsu Siemens Computers: Processing Learning Success
Fujitsu Siemens Computers was formed in 1999 through a joint venture of Fujitsu Limited and Siemens AG. It is Europe’s leading computer company, offering a range of computer technology and IT infrastructure solutions. But with thousands of employees speak
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The Evolution of the CLO
Today’s successful organizations must focus on aligning learning and employee development with strategic initiatives. To achieve this goal, learning activities must be integrated into the business processes that drive organizational performance.
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Canon U.S.A. Inc.: Creating the Big Picture for Learning
Canon U.S.A. Inc., a leader in professional and consumer digital imaging solutions, sells its products through a wide network of retailers and dealers. The sales training division, within the Imaging Systems Group (ISG), delivers learning to this mix of e
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Learning From Disappointment: When Learning Solutions Fail to Deliver
Learning solutions are routinely implemented with the promise of delivering results. Too often, the results are disappointing. While the factors creating the lack of success are varied, they can usually be grouped into 10 familiar categories.












