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You know your training programs make a difference, but can you prove it? Measuring impact and communicating value to stakeholders isn’t easy. And without clear evidence, even strong programs can lose support. Our Proving the Value of Training Toolkit equips you with the resources to measure outcomes, tell your story and make your case with confidence. 🎁This month only, you can get a free copy of the toolkit using code TOOLKIT26 at checkout. https://hubs.ly/Q0498c4t0

Many leaders assume stalled initiatives come down to a lack of buy-in. But often, the real issue is capacity. In this article, learning leader Todd Walls explores why asking for commitment before assessing what teams can realistically carry leads to missed deadlines, rework and quiet disengagement. Three quick takeaways: • “Change exhaustion” can occur when new initiatives stack up faster than teams can recover capacity. • Capacity includes more than time. It also involves attention, emotional bandwidth, role clarity and support. • A quick capacity audit can help leaders surface constraints early and make visible trade-offs that protect execution. Read the full article here: https://hubs.ly/Q0498k6n0 #LearningAndDevelopment #ChangeManagement #Capacity #LeadershipDevelopment

In the latest episode of The Business of Learning, Ruth E. Phillips, MAEd, CPCU, CIC, ITP shares a simple confidence-boosting strategy for L&D professionals — keep a “folder of wins.” 📁 Certificates, accomplishments and reminders of what you’ve achieved can help push back imposter thoughts and lift your confidence. Check out the full episode for more practical strategies to overcome imposter syndrome and subscribe to our YouTube channel so you don’t miss an episode. #LearningAndDevelopment #ImposterSyndrome #TheBusinessOfLearning #TrainingIndustryPodcast

Some weeks, leadership is about choosing the least-worst option. Support your team deeply… or scale yourself across the enterprise? Protect quality… or meet aggressive timelines? Trust autonomy… or step in sooner? Invest in growth… or acknowledge real capacity limits? These tensions don’t resolve easily. They require judgment calls every week. Which one resonates with you most right now?

There’s a blind spot in many learning strategies. Senior executives see environmental volatility as a top business risk. Yet it’s rarely discussed as a workforce capability issue. If L&D is responsible for building future readiness, we can’t ignore the conditions that threaten it. It’s time to broaden how we define workforce resilience and L&D’s role in it. 💡Learn how in this article from Victoria Salinas and David Leathers: https://hubs.ly/Q048wFS-0

Imposter syndrome can affect even the most experienced L&D professionals, showing up as hesitation and self-doubt in day-to-day work. In this just-released episode of The Business of Learning, we spoke with Loren Sanders, MBA, PCC,PHR,SCP,CPM, CPTM and Ruth E. Phillips, MAEd, CPCU, CIC, ITP to explore practical strategies for recognizing and overcoming imposter syndrome so learning leaders can move forward with greater confidence. 🎧 Tune in to learn: • How imposter syndrome shows up in L&D roles • Mindset shifts that can help manage self-doubt • Ways leaders can reframe pressure and take confident action Listen or watch now: https://hubs.ly/Q048mnW10 🔔 Subscribe to The Business of Learning on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Google Play or Spotify. #ImposterSyndrome #ProfessionalDevelopment #TheBusinessOfLearning #TrainingIndustryPodcast

LAST CHANCE! The March sale ends March 31 at midnight ⏰ Get 10% off ANY Training Industry course with code LEARN10. Includes all certificates, the Certified Professional in Training Management (CPTM™) program and the Training Industry Senior Leaders Program. Here are some popular courses made just for you: All Things AI -AI Essentials for L&D -AI Adoption and Workforce Readiness Proving L&D Impact -Measuring the Impact of L&D -Learning Analytics Other topics -Training Needs Assessment -Leading Leadership Development -Strategic Planning ✨Explore All Courses: https://hubs.ly/Q048s82n0

“Did the training actually change anything?” It’s a question every learning and development (L&D) professional is familiar with, and one traditional metrics don’t clearly answer. Join our Research Spotlight on March 31, where Tom Whelan, Ph.D., will share exclusive Training Industry research and a strategic way to rethink evaluation using the 5-4-3+ Continuous Improvement Framework. You’ll learn how to: - Move beyond activity metrics - Measure training with greater purpose - Communicate value in ways stakeholders understand Plus, attendees will receive exclusive resources to help them put insights into action. Register for this live event: https://hubs.ly/Q048nsnl0 Brought to you by VPS Learning and Instructure.

Tech skill gaps aren’t slowing down, hiring is. And that's forcing L&D leaders to answer a hard question: Which capabilities must we buy, and which can we realistically build? This article from Bryan Wall of Experis breaks down the digital skills creating the most pressure and gives practical guidance on where upskilling makes the most sense. Read the full article: https://hubs.ly/Q048lGkx0

Congratulations to our 2026 Top Custom Content Development Companies! These standout providers are shaping the future of learning with innovative, high-impact content tailored to the unique needs of today’s organizations. From immersive AR/VR experiences to strategic instructional design and scalable eLearning, this year’s winners exemplify excellence across every stage of the content development lifecycle. Selected for their scope, innovation, client impact and performance, these companies are trusted partners helping L&D leaders deliver meaningful, measurable results. Congrats to this year's Top 20!🏅 Custom Learning Designs (CLD, LLC) GP Strategies Corporation The CARA Group, Inc. VPS Learning SweetRush Inc. Allen Interactions Ardent Sponge CGS Immersive Infopro Learning, Inc AllenComm TrainingPros ELB Learning PowerTrain, Inc. Cegos Group NIIT EI Aptara Mindtools Kineo Intuition Explore the full list and discover partners who can elevate your learning strategy: https://lnkd.in/e-9fByPp