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As hiring slows and AI reshapes the recruiting landscape, learning and development professionals must go beyond showcasing skills — they need standout strategies to get noticed and land their next role.
Great learning experiences aren’t driven by content alone — they come to life through the voice, energy, and delivery of the facilitator.
The Business of Learning, Bonus Episode: Panel Discussion — The Future of Skills Development for L&D
In this special live episode of The Business of Learning, L&D leaders explore how to build a future-ready workforce.
Confident vulnerability isn’t weakness — it’s the courageous, purpose-driven honesty that builds trust, deepens connection, and transforms teams.
Training professionals must balance honoring the past with preparing for the future, especially when facing stakeholders resistant to change.
To truly gain support, you must engage both sides of the mind—combining logic with emotion to make your message not just understood but felt.
In this issue, we spotlight Lauren Olson, Ulta Beauty’s senior training manager, sharing insights from her 20-year L&D career.
L&D professionals must blend digital skills with core strengths to stay relevant and drive impact.
Transparent strength is authentic leadership in action — balancing confidence and vulnerability to build trust, drive engagement, and foster resilient teams.