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Introducing our State of Enterprise Skilling Research, an in-depth look at the skill gaps affecting the global workforce and the talent development initiatives that will help organizations and employees remain agile, competitive, and successful. Key findings highlight that a lack of time, lack of options, and poor leadership support are the top barriers to upskilling. This underscores the need for organizations to foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation and provide relevant, accessible skilling programs. How can we support talent to meet tomorrow's demands? Our research suggests: 1️⃣ Encouraging regular upskilling time 2️⃣ Multimodal and blended learning options 3️⃣ Effective L&D modalities 4️⃣ Clear communication of skill priorities 5️⃣ Benchmarkable skills to align talent development with business goals Learn more about our research findings and how you can leverage these insights to transform your skilling programs for future success in our blog. https://lnkd.in/ejsjk_MV

#MachineLearning is in high demand. How can you stand out in this competitive field? One effective strategy is to earn a top machine learning certification helping to validate your expertise and boost your appeal to potential employers. Here are five to consider: 1️⃣ Google Cloud – Professional Machine Learning Engineer 2️⃣ AWS Certified – Machine Learning Specialty 3️⃣ Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Fundamentals 4️⃣ Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Engineer Associate 5️⃣ IBM Certified Data Scientist – Machine Learning Specialist Whether you're starting your AI journey or are an experienced professional seeking to advance your skills, visit our blog to learn more about these top certifications, what they pay, and help plan your next move. https://lnkd.in/eDH7RRfe

In our IT Skills and Salary Report, 32% of respondents reported their main driver for training was preparing their organization for a new initiative, technology, or upgrade. From childhood curiosity to professional growth, learning drives us forward. But what truly motivates us to learn? Our latest blog post dives deep into the factors that inspire continuous learning and how organizations can harness this potential to foster a culture of growth and innovation. Discover how understanding these motivations can transform your talent development programs and empower your team to reach new heights. https://lnkd.in/e8ZQvkFX

In 2023 alone, there were 2,365 cyberattacks, impacting over 343 million people globally. Between an increase in cyber threats, a major skilling gap in the workplace, and the rapid adoption of new technology, cyberattacks look very different today than they did a few years ago. But how can you equip yourself and your organization against future cyberattacks? Start by learning from some of the most notable cyberattacks in history. Read our latest blog to learn more: https://lnkd.in/e8MmeDAS

Recently, our Chief People Officer, Ciara Harrington (Barry), discussed our newly-released State of Enterprise Skilling research with HR Brew. The study reveals that global workers' confidence at work is diminishing due to skill gaps. With only 1 in 4 employees finding their organization's talent development program effective, it is crucial for leaders to empower their teams by providing essential skills. Read the full interview to discover how we are equipping organizations with tools to upskill, reskill, and foster a more agile and adaptable workforce. https://lnkd.in/gj8YK8Vh

This month we delve into new workplace leadership, uncover the 10 learning metrics that truly matter and a few ways to encourage learning all year long.

September was an amazing month for learning! What was your favorite thing you learned this month? Keep tagging us in your badges and get a chance to be featured in next months spotlight!

With emerging technologies like #GenerativeAI reshaping the demands of the workforce, companies need to be adaptive and responsive in the face of rapid change. One thing we know about this rapid change? Power skills remain critical. Equipping individuals and organizations alike with the tools to communicate effectively, work collaboratively, and thrive amidst change, power skills are the new currency of success in the modern workforce. Read our latest blog post to learn about the rest of the top 10 power skills that everyone should develop this year. https://lnkd.in/eBReShv9

Happy #NationalComplianceOfficerDay! It's time to honor the work of the compliance officers you know who strive every day to achieve an ethical and safe environment at organizations around the U.S. and beyond. To celebrate the occasion, we sat down Skillsoft's Chief Compliance Officer, Stephen Martin to hear about how his role has evolved in the past 2 years. From preparing for AI to building a proactive team, Stephen shares insights on why no day as a compliance officer is the same. Thank you for all you do Stephen! Learn more about the evolving role of the chief compliance officer here: https://lnkd.in/eCiTvBGA

Did you attend Society of Corporate Compliance and Ethics (SCCE)'s 23rd annual conference in Texas this week? We did! You may have heard our SVP of Global Compliance Solutions Asha J. Palmer, JD, CCEP, LPEC speak about how to turn DEI buzzwords into an actionable framework or ran into one of our amazing compliance team members at the Skillsoft booth. Didn't get a chance to go to SCCE this year? Don't worry! You can still chat with one of our experts and learn all about our compliance solutions. Set up time today: https://lnkd.in/eHHhj6xm