If you’ve spent time on the internet you’ve probably happened upon an infographic (like this one or this one). These infographics offer awesome, creative, and visually appealing new ways to display information. They create the opportunity to turn a boring report or long article into something people want to read. We’ve seen, created, and loved infographics,… Read more »
The information revolution of the past decade has not only transformed our economy, but how we work, communicate and relate to each other. Companies are being forced to evolve quickly to adapt to these changes, shifting business practices to accommodate the increased demand for access to real time information. Unfortunately, rushed implementation or pressure to… Read more »
Whether you are an experienced leader or a new manager, being in charge and at the top of the leadership ladder can come with a lot of pressure. It is important to know how to properly handle your position so the rest of your company can benefit from your management. After all, you are the… Read more »
The customer service industry is multi-faceted—you can be a waiter or waitress in a restaurant, a sales person at a department store, or a cashier at the local market. Many people don’t think of banking as part of the customer service industry, or if they do it tends to be with negative connotations. Banks tend… Read more »
Organizations are finally starting to see the benefit of cross-functional approaches within management. Marketing is no different. The David Packard quote “marketing is too important to be left to the marketers” is not only shared, but also put into practice as the business landscape continues to evolve. Why? It is not to diminish the role… Read more »
Interest in American Sign Language is growing thanks to viral videos like this one of ASL interpreter Tina Cleveland and her fiance roadtrip jamming to “You’re The One That I Want” from Grease and this one of kindergartener Claire Koch signing her Christmas concert for her deaf parents. As ASL interpretation becomes more and more common at… Read more »
I’ve been a minimalist most of my life. With the exception of a small children’s book collection, most of the items in my possession are things absolutely necessary to my day-to-day existence. I attribute my minimalist lifestyle to having moved cross-country with my family as a child and becoming obsessed with the idea of changing… Read more »
The healthcare field has always been an area recent college grads look to as a dependable source for jobs. If you haven’t looked into becoming a physical therapist assistant yet, you may want to! The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that between 2012 and 2022 the number of physical therapist assistants will rise 41%. As… Read more »
Have you ever felt disconnected from an older boss or younger employee? Sometimes it can feel like there’s a fundamental communication difference between different age groups that can’t be overcome. Generational differences is a hot topic in workplaces across the country, and experts say that there are now five generations in the workplace. Understanding how… Read more »
Life is really simple, but we insist on making it complicated. -Confucius We all strive for a simpler life. There are numerous articles, advice books, tv spots, etc. sharing ideas, techniques, and secrets about how to simplify your life. That doesn’t mean people actually take advantage of any of these tools or strategies. So, to get… Read more »
Working in manufacturing doesn’t mean you’re just dealing with materials all day long. Like any other business, manufacturing companies require the cooperation of many departments in order to be successful. We often don’t consider these other departments when we think of manufacturing. However, these companies involve a complicated organizational infrastructure and a comprehensive sales side.… Read more »
Riding on the heels of National Simplify Your Life Week (we were so stressed, we missed it! Clearly we need this), we’ve got a whole week of posts dedicated to helping you do just that—simplify your life. Striking the perfect work/life balance can seem like an impossible task. We’ve covered apps to help you boost… Read more »
We live in an era where technology advances faster than our lawns grow. If you have heard about the iPhone 6, or the 5, or the 4, etc. you’re no stranger to the fact fancy new tech products come out every single year. But where does all the old stuff go? Chances are you didn’t… Read more »
OpenSesame’s dedicated blog readers may find my face familiar. I am part of the content team at OpenSesame, actively building and maintaining our seller community on the marketplace. I joined OpenSesame two years ago in 2012, and I am continuously amazed by the amount of engagement and growth in the elearning space. Prior to joining… Read more »
Did you know there is a Starbucks at the base of the Great Wall of China? Even if you didn’t, it’s not hard to imagine. Not only is there a Starbucks in just about every country, various cultures are expanding and infiltrating foreign places in other ways. Exotic foods are readily available. Hop on a… Read more »
Life is a balancing act. Balancing work, a social life, eating right, working out, alone time, hobbies, and a multitude of other things you want to do can seem pretty close to impossible. There are give and takes you have to handle everyday. Sometimes work has to come before a social life and hobbies before… Read more »
More than a fad, it appears MOOCs (Massive Open Online Courses) are here to stay. In 2013, more than two hundred universities created 1,200 courses for ten million students across the globe. Hailed as a revolution in the education industry, MOOCs have provided an avenue for millions of students to explore everything from data science… Read more »
From the workplace to the schoolroom, more and more learning is taking place online. If you’re an educator, trainer or subject matter expert, you have an opportunity to develop new customers and audiences by developing online content that is accessible to anyone, anytime. But if you’re new to the online learning world, even the terminology… Read more »
So you want to write a dynamic, thought-provoking, and absolutely fascinating guest post for OpenSesame? We believe guest posts provide a unique opportunity for us to highlight new trends in the elearning industry, focus on new perspectives from elearning professionals, and evaluate new approaches to online training. At the same time, we also want to… Read more »
Have you heard of a genetic counselor before? There’s a chance you have, but if you’re like me and haven’t, read on to find out more! You’ve probably heard of a geneticist, and I can almost guarantee you know what a counselor does, but the merged field that creates genetic counseling is an industry not… Read more »
