Checking the Ski Conditions - Creating a Fresh Learning Climate

On a recent trip to Colorado, I was immersed in the clear, cold beauty of the surrounding mountains. It is always great to visit new places - what a learning experience.  The mind is open and ready, and the common, ordinary daily stresses and distractions are a distant shadow.  How can we create the same experience for our learners?  

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Calling All Trainers: Have You Thought about Retention Strategies?

If you think people are changing jobs more often, you’re right.  Retaining talent is a monumental challenge and things are only going to get worse.  Smart companies are designing retention strategies to avert the crisis.

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Listening is More Than Meets the Ear:  Part 3 of 5

Listening is like Rodney Dangerfield; it just doesn’t get any respect!  Most people (especially those in the training, consulting and coaching arena) quickly realize the influencing power of being able to speak and present well...but what about listening?

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President's Pen - Dallas ASTD's Relationship with National ASTD

We know that Dallas ASTD connects with you as your local resource to help you do your job better and grow professionally by linking you with the people and resources that provide solutions to your questions and challenges.  We do this by providing opportunities to network, delivering programs and workshops, offering resources to job seekers and volunteer opportunities. 

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Employee Engagement - Why Bother?

I am not referring to an organization or to its leaders when I say, “why bother?”  Instead I am talking about the average employee, the one who hears a lot about internal and external customers but wonders what engagement does for him or her.

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As part of its mission, the Urban League provides many, many free classes and services in our community. Now YOU can help the Urban League employees help others. On the last Friday of every month, the Urban League provides training for 40 to 45 employees on topics such as communication, conflict resolution, time management, customer service and diversity.

Interested in providing pro bono training for a great cause, sharing your know-how with others, and meeting people who make a difference every day? Volunteer opportunities are available through October 2007.