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Honoring AANHPI Heritage Month at OpenSesame: Culture Work is Business Work Workplace Culture

Honoring AANHPI Heritage Month at OpenSesame: Culture Work is Business Work

AANHPI Month isn’t about checking a box—it’s about creating space for people to be seen and heard, and for all of us to grow in understanding.

Words That Build Employee Belonging: A Guide for L&D and People Leaders Workplace Culture

Words That Build Employee Belonging: A Guide for L&D and People Leaders

When the goal is to build strong, connected teams, the way we speak to and about each other matters.

What’s New from OpenSesame: April 2025 Business SkillsCertification PrepLeadershipProduct NewsTechnologyWellnessWorkplace Culture

What’s New from OpenSesame: April 2025

Discover fresh courses, powerful Simon updates, Earth Day and Stress Awareness Month training, plus where to catch us live at ATD25.

Aligning Learning Strategies with Global Holidays and Observances Workplace Culture

Aligning Learning Strategies with Global Holidays and Observances

A few years ago, while working with colleagues in India, I noticed they took time off at the end of October to celebrate a festival called Diwali. I’d heard of ... Aligning Learning Strategies with Global Holidays and Observances

Turning Generational Tension into Teamwork Business SkillsLeadershipWorkplace Culture

Turning Generational Tension into Teamwork

Research shows that less than 50% of leaders think about the generations and age when it comes to diversity, and less than 95% of companies are actually doing something about ... Turning Generational Tension into Teamwork

What’s New From OpenSesame: February 2025 RetailCertification PrepLeadershipProduct NewsWellnessWorkplace Culture

What’s New From OpenSesame: February 2025

See what's new in the marketplace, get our recently launched Wellness toolkit, see where to find us in the coming month, and much, much more.

The Power of Learning: Celebrating Black History Month in the Workplace Business SkillsLeadershipWellnessWorkplace Culture

The Power of Learning: Celebrating Black History Month in the Workplace

Black History Month isn’t just a celebration. It’s a call to action. It challenges workplaces to invest in learning, leadership development, and equity in ways that create lasting change for everyone.

From Conflict to Connection: Unlocking Growth Through Communication Business SkillsWorkplace Culture

From Conflict to Connection: Unlocking Growth Through Communication

We recently had the privilege of hosting a webinar titled Tools for Effective Conversation and Conflict in a World of Difference, featuring the brilliant insights of our OpenSesame DEI subject ... From Conflict to Connection: Unlocking Growth Through Communication

Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Legacy Through Learning, Action, and Love Workplace Culture

Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Legacy Through Learning, Action, and Love

Today, as we commemorate Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2025, I find myself reflecting deeply on the intersection of my personal journey, my family’s rich heritage rooted in community, and ... Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Legacy Through Learning, Action, and Love

What’s New from OpenSesame: January 2025 Business SkillsComplianceIndustry-SpecificLeadershipProduct NewsWellnessWorkplace Culture

What’s New from OpenSesame: January 2025

Welcome to our brand-new blog series, What’s New from OpenSesame! Each month, we’ll provide you with a deep dive into the latest happenings at OpenSesame. From fresh courses and publishers ... What’s New from OpenSesame: January 2025

Transform Your 2025 Training Strategy with OpenSesame’s New Course Calendars ComplianceLeadershipWellnessWorkplace Culture

Transform Your 2025 Training Strategy with OpenSesame’s New Course Calendars

Kickstart your workforce’s learning journey this year with OpenSesame’s 2025 training calendars. Designed to inspire and guide your team year-round, these curated calendars align training recommendations with important themes, observances, ... Transform Your 2025 Training Strategy with OpenSesame’s New Course Calendars

Aligning People & Culture Strategy with Business Objectives Business SkillsLeadershipWorkplace Culture

Aligning People & Culture Strategy with Business Objectives

Imagine a workplace where every team member feels deeply connected to a shared mission. This is the power of aligning your people and culture strategy with your business objectives.