We’re so excited to welcome our 2014 marketing interns! These seven will be assisting the marketing team and working on projects company-wide. Keep an eye on the blog—you’ll start seeing posts by our interns as early as next week! Hannah Huston I am currently a freshman at Scripps College in southern California majoring in Science… Read more »
IT jobs may be plentiful right now, but they aren’t all equal. The good news is that the annual list of 200 IT jobs, ranked from best to worst, has the information you need. The jobs are scored based on their income, stress, physical demands, emotional environment and growth potential; and you might be surprised… Read more »
Banking and Finance can be a complicated world to navigate. There are regulations and legal issues to be aware of, not to mention general banking information and security. Training is a great way to ensure you stay on top of the latest banking info and can give you a competitive advantage when seeking a promotion… Read more »
My previous post in the “Marketing Your eLearning Initiative” series addressed ideas on how to use email as a method for advertising the launch of your program, new courses and positive experiences using the training. While digital communication is a great way to provide regular updates regarding your elearning program, signage can promote your overall… Read more »
If you are aware of what Business Continuity Planning is all about, then you might also have heard that it is just another expensive insurance plan you need to keep paying for until the real need arises and doesn’t come with any return on investment. Have you? In fact, this is what most business leaders… Read more »
Check out the changes that we have made to simplify, streamline, and add functionality for our learners and our admin customers. CourseCloud Customers: TWO Ways for Learners to Access Training There has been a growing demand for additional CourseCloud functionality as thousands of individuals are accessing training via CourseCloud, with some learners having dozens… Read more »
Here’s the sixth in a series of blog posts written to help you evaluate elearning courses by considering how well their visuals add to the effectiveness of the training. It’s also the final installment in this series. If you’re reviewing the memories at home, the five earlier posts have covered: Organizing on-screen visual elements… Read more »
Both job seekers and those looking to move up in their current roles can benefit from certification in their field. Did you know OpenSesame offers certification courses in many areas? From project management to information technology (and many in between!), we’ve got you covered. Set your career on the right path through certification. This week’s… Read more »
OpenSesame’s latest pricing solution, OpenSesame Plus, offers unlimited access to 2,500+ courses for one low price. The simple and affordable subscription model provides the training you need, when you need it, without having to worry about the cost per course. The catalog features more than 50 categories—from business skills and compliance, to software and technology—making… Read more »
Young adults are in a bit of a catch-22 these days. The majority of companies require a college degree in order to be considered for a position, but the education students receive during college often does not match the skills and experience required in those roles. Essentially, society demands young adults go to college, but… Read more »
How millennial am I? Well, I scored a 96 on Pew Research Center’s “How Millennial Are You?” quiz. Apparently pretty millennial! Though I am most definitely part of the Millennial generation, I was surprised at how high my score was. As I read the multitude of reports about my generation in the workplace, I often find… Read more »
Whether you’re a veteran leader or you’ve been recently promoted into a leadership role, you’ll likely want to brush up your skills with leadership training. While broad-topic courses can be beneficial, sometimes you need specific training for your experience level or role. Here’s where OpenSesame’s extensive leadership content library can help. Become the best leader you… Read more »
At the beginning of each month, like clockwork, news organizations will run a story highlighting the latest “jobs numbers.” Typically this brief 10-30 second sound bite will announce the number of jobs created and any change in the unemployment rate—and that’s about it. Perhaps we will hear a more in depth report when there is… Read more »
In my experience, Gen Y are not afraid to step up and take on responsibility. They possess a ‘can do attitude’ and are great team players. 28% of managerial positions in the United States are already held by Gen Ys, those born between 1980s – 2000, also known as Millennials (Bersin). Common characteristics of Gen… Read more »
People used to tell me all the time that I had one of the most exciting jobs on the planet and I most certainly did—until now! I am a veteran journalist of 14 years. My early career was spent at major metro newspapers throughout the United States and overseas reporting for wire services, which allowed… Read more »
I see many elearning courses over a year, some published by market-leading elearning agencies. What saddens me is a widespread lack of understanding of how to present text on a screen. If content looks heavy, readers get the subconscious impression that the material is difficult; this only adds to any apprehension they may initially have… Read more »
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. Engage with the… Read more »
Editor’s Note: Today’s guest post is part of a blog series on creating elearning courses by Sharlyn Lauby, SPHR, CPLP. Sharlyn is a HR pro turned consultant with more than 20 years of professional human resources experience. I have a confession to make. My elearning project is behind schedule. It happens to the best of… Read more »
This past week I had the privilege of attending my first ASTD (American Society for Training & Development) conference in Washington D.C. It was fantastic connecting with colleagues, partners and clients in our nation’s capital, as well as getting a chance to learn more about current trends and developments within the industry. One of the… Read more »
As creative professionals, project managers, or company leaders, we all seek ways to improve our workflow and increase productivity in the workplace. In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re highlighting a tool many people in our office use (and love) to reduce the stress of tracking tasks. I’m pleased to announce that the days… Read more »
