“The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others” – Gandhi
It’s that time of year when companies all over the world showcase the incredible work they are doing as part of their corporate social responsibility programs.Read more
2018 is almost over. It was a very significant year for Skillsoft as we celebrated our 20th anniversary. Our industry is always evolving as the needs and demands of our learners change. So what are the significant changes, the trends I see happening in 2019?Read more
The enterprise technology and software development industry is by its very nature always in a state of constant flux. Perpetually adapting to new trends is why some of us love it so much; it’s a profession that never gets old or stale. Read more
Thanksgiving is now but a distant memory. Black Friday and Cyber Monday are in the past too. However, as every retailer knows, the busy season has only just begun. According to industry experts, eight of the ten busiest holiday shopping days have yet to come.Read more
The business context is changing rapidly, and leadership development needs to change right along with it. If not, it risks becoming ineffective at preparing leaders for today’s digital economy. According to recent Fortune survey, only 7% of Fortune 500 CEOs believe their companies are building effective global leaders, while just 10% think that their leadership development initiatives have clear business impact.Read more
The EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is fundamentally reshaping the way organisations manage data. It went into effect May of this year, and failure to comply means companies could face hefty fines of up to 4% of annual global turnover or €20 million.Read more
The 12 Days of Christmas is one of those songs most of us know the first few lines – a partridge in a pear tree, two turtle doves, three French hens. But then it gets hazy.Read more
Did you read the end-user terms and conditions of say the new music app you just downloaded? Probably not. Let’s face it, who has the time? However, Finn Myrstad, a member of the Norwegian Consumer Council, has.Read more
Consider this, 84% of organisations anticipate a shortfall of leaders in the next five years, yet more money is invested in leadership development than any aspect of corporate learning. Pretty sobering data given the fundamental shifts business is experiencing as both political and digital forces radically transform the marketplace.Read more
