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Why Diversity Training Fails

Year after year, American companies spend in excess of $160 million on diversity training programs and policies. Many tout their commitment to diversity in their mission statements and recruitment copy. While so much time and energy is devoted to diversity, research shows diversity training does not bring the desired results. In fact, companies showed […]

Team Building

Making the Most of Your Investment in Corporate Training

When American companies spend $160 billion on training programs annually, with an effectiveness rate of only 10 percent, it's time to listen to Einstein.

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Employee Engagement

How to Prepare Girls for STEM Careers

The future calls for more women in STEM to keep competitive and meet the growing demand. Support systems are needed to keep girls interested and motivated as they prepare for college and careers.

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Employee Engagement

Meeting Challenges for Women in STEM

A study shows the implicit bias in STEM inhibits women's involvement and keeps organizations from optimal performance. Training in diversity and inclusion can help reshape the culture and maximize success.

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Leadership

Getting Your Team Onboard with Process Improvement

Do you know anyone reluctant to change something unless it becomes her idea, then she's all for it? Well it works a little like that at work when you involve leaders' input in your process improvement initiative.

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Leadership

How New Managers Motivate Intact Teams to Increase Performance

It's a tall task when a new manager takes over an intact team, especially when its faltering. Here's how you can spike team performance by sticking to principles and creating a new culture where individuals and teams can flourish.

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Employee Engagement

Challenge Accepted: Gamification in the Workplace

Mary Poppins said it long before video games emerged as a cultural phenomenon: “You find the fun and, snap, the job's a game!” See how Venture Up can help you gamify your workplace to engage employees.

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Human Behavior

How CSR Attracts The Best Employees

A company with a strong reputation for social responsibility finds it easier to retain and recruit talented staff. Gain insight into how giving back can profit your firm and keep staff engaged and satisfied at work.

Team Building

Why Business Etiquette Matters

Business etiquette matters now more than ever, as companies become more diverse and lean toward a casual workplace. See how cultivating an atmosphere of courtesy and respect maintains a positive corporate culture and increased employee engagement.