From an employee skills gap to a softening economy, current workforce challenges are proving it's time to revamp old-school training solutions, many of which fall short for employers and employees alike. A more effective learning culture can pay multiple dividends.
Building a workplace culture that excites and is grounded in equity, collaboration, and meritocratic empowerment takes a thoughtful, actionable approach and a purposeful commitment to all employees, but the path to meaningfully enacting such a culture is not always simple or clear.
Filling open positions quickly may provide short-term relief by adding more bandwidth to the existing team, but it can also lead to what is known as "recruiting debt" if left unchecked.
Culture plays a critical role in shaping the behavior, attitudes, and values of an organization, and it is the responsibility of leaders to ensure that the right culture is established and maintained.
All too often, companies focus solely on evaluating an individual's abilities and qualifications, overlooking the critical factor of their willingness to learn and grow.
Mitarius Boyd, 21, claims he fired his semi-automatic in self-defense because he said 'he was in fear' and didn't know if the alleged shoplifter was armed, police said.