No matter where you work, chances are you'll interact with coworkers or customers from different backgrounds, cultures, and nationalities. Becoming aware of cultures different from your own or learning the language of your clients will help you avoid embarrassing blunders, in addition to helping you become a more well-rounded and capable leader. ... [more]
Do you get nervous before interviews (as the interviewer or interviewee?). You're not alone! Being prepared can make a huge difference. Whether you're mastering body language techniques, becoming an active listener, or brushing up on general interview skills, preparation is key! With this week's featured courses, you're sure to nail your next interview, no matter which side of the table you're on! ... [more]
Only a few weeks out from the Heartbleed Bug, another major web security vulnerability has been unearthed. This time, a browser itself is the problem. The U.S. Computer Emergency Readiness Team and its UK counterpart are advising Internet Explorer users to consider an alternative browser until a major flaw is repaired. How can you protect yourself and your company against these and other security issues? Our featured courses this week can help! ... [more]
As the sun begins to peak out and temperatures return to a comfortable level, many of us are getting the itch to organize and refresh our homes. Spring cleaning season is upon us, and it can be just as beneficial to your professional life as your personal one. As we head into the second quarter, now is a great time to reevaluate goals set earlier this year, as well as refresh skills that may starting to become stale after end-of-year trainings. To help you start your professional spring cleaning, check out this week’s featured courses and deals which include planning for employee appraisals, brushing up on typing skills and more! ... [more]
What makes a great leader? How do you identify and develop them in the workplace? This infographic attempts to answer these questions and outlines the different “kinds of smart” and how the different intelligences fit into your leadership team. This week’s featured courses are all perfect for your company leaders—teach them to prevent workplace harassment and deal with incidents should they occur, help your company go green and be sustainable, and train your leaders to be the best they can be! ... [more]
Happy Wednesday! Hope you’re having as nice a day as we are here in Portland (warm, no rain, sunny skies!). We’re excited to share this week’s featured courses with you—quite an interesting spread from a couple newer sellers and a long-time customer favorite. Whether you’re looking to move from selfies to more advanced photography or become a business analyst (or both!), this week’s courses have you covered! ... [more]
We’re officially into April, and things are getting greener by the day (at least here in Portland!). Start your month off right with big savings from business skills and compliance categories. This week’s deals cover leadership skills and and keeping your workplace drug and alcohol free. ... [more]
In honor of the NCAA tournament and all those rooting for their favorite teams to make a comeback, we're bringing back our most popular Course of the Week deals for one week only. And, unlike your bracket, these deals ensure everyone’s a winner! ... [more]
Spring is just around the corner (yipee!), which means many of us are starting to get the urge to organize. Our Course of the Week deals for this week will not only help you organize, but keep you in tip-top shape for your upcoming weekend excursions. Save 40-80% off this week on business skills, compliance & safety, and software! ... [more]
Managing stress can be a challenge, especially in a world that expects you to be connected 24/7. This week’s course of the week deals have you covered on handling stress in the workplace, as well as dealing with bias in the workplace and Certified Six Sigma Green Belt training. Check out these great deals from our business skills, compliance & safety, and technology & software categories! ... [more]
