Have you ever worked somewhere that looked great on paper, but in person was a little… “off”? It’s more than vibes. The team is probably light on soft skills. Here’s what modern businesses need to thrive in the Age of EQ (Emotional Intelligence). a collaborative mindset adaptive problem-solving strong communication

Time to brush up on your learning theory knowledge! How does Lifelong Learning stack up against Constructivist Learning in your experience?

Trust is essential to just about every kind of relationship, from friendships to legal contracts. So why is it that trust is so hard to come by these days? In Why Trust Matters, Professor Benjamin Ho explores the concept of trust through the lens of economics in way that is both thoughtful and illuminating. It is a must-read for anyone concerned about the perceived decline of trust in contemporary society. getAbstract’s summary of Why Trust Matters is available for free this week only.

AI is changing the L&D game. Which of these approaches have you tried with your team?

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How much actual planning have you put into your estate planning? No one likes to think about “the end,” but in their compassionate and wise book, A Beginner’s Guide to the End, Dr. B.J. Miller and Shoshana Berger make a strong case for confronting the material and emotional hurdles related to the end of life. getAbstract’s summary of A Beginner’s Guide to the End is available for free this week only. getabstract.com/en/summary/a…

In today’s marketplace, personal and professional development are not just nice perks, they are essential to advancement. From soft skills to strategic training, here are four reasons to invest in your development.

When it comes to professional development, you can be the captain of your own ship. How do you prefer to learn at work?

Often find yourself shrugging off a challenging (or not-so-challenging) situation in your life? If so, author Richard Moran would like a word. In Never Say Whatever, Moran explains how and why to start caring, making intelligent decisions, and acting on them. getAbstract’s summary of Never Say Whatever is available for free this week only.

In 2024, successful leaders will be those who connect deeply, learn rapidly, and plan strategically. Are you on track?