Businesses facing the challenge of knowledge drain tied to their aging workforce have good reason to be concerned. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics during the next decade there will be 54 million new job openings. Over half (61.6 percent) will arise from the … Read more
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IKEA Provides Professional Development For Its Staff
April 12, 2012
The Swedish furniture store IKEA boasts an annual, “Learning & Development” program guide for each of their workers which includes over 45 training opportunities from in-store training, national training and specialized workshops which are intended to help develop and encourage the career goals and leadership … Read more
Professor at UNCC Takes Mentoring Seriously
April 12, 2012
Dr. Bruce Arrigo, a professor of Criminal Justice and Criminology at UNCC and published author, has served hundreds of students with advice and insight. He believes that mentoring students is, “the most important part of what I do.” To read the full article, click here
Female Liberian Students Engage in Educational Mentoring Program
March 28, 2012
A mentoring program in Liberia is formed to help encourage skills for over 400 female students looking for educational advancement by soliciting the help of successful members of their communities. Great efforts are being made to expand the program to other parts of the country. … Read more
Talent Development Among the Naval Workforce
March 28, 2012
Brian Persons, the executive director of the Naval Sea Systems Command, shares his input on the importance of professional development and the importance of mentors in seeking leadership skills and career advancement. To read the full article, click here
Trends in Reverse Mentoring Among IT Colleagues Keep Senior Professionals Educated
March 6, 2012
As millennials continue to grow their presence in the current workplace, their advanced technology skills help keep them afloat in a modern business society. With “reverse mentoring” efforts growing, particularly in the IT industry, IT professionals who have been in the field for longer periods … Read more