It’s time for a pop quiz! QUESTION: What is the best way to overcome employee resistance to change? Force them to comply with threats and negative consequences. Bribe them. Gain their trust and willing participation. Hopefully, everybody selected “C.” In all seriousness, though. Change is a challenge. Yet, it’s a constant in every organization, along…
Read MoreOver the past ten years with Meridian, I have been the lead technical writer and proposal manager for over 500 learning management system (LMS) proposals. I have seen requests for proposals, or RFPs, RFIs, RFQs, and RFOs from every industry, every sector, and space. I have led 300-page, multi-volume efforts that were a complete breeze…
Read MoreOver one-third of U.S. workers are Millennials, making up 35% of the labor force*, followed closely by Gen Xers. For these younger generations, the idea of a decades-long career in one position or at one company is as outdated as renting movies at Blockbuster. Armed with the knowledge that they will have numerous jobs at…
Read MoreThe grocery store is the same for everybody. No matter why you’re there, you walk through produce laid out on tables, down aisles of frozen pizzas and waffles, or by a case of chilled dairy. Grocery stores cannot adapt to each customer; they must stock shelves to address a wide range of needs, from significant…
Read MoreWatch how the HAI Group leverages the Meridian extended enterprise LMS. The HAI Group is a member-owned organization founded by and dedicated to serving the public and affordable housing communities. For 30+ years, they have delivered tailor-made solutions designed to protect assets, improve efficiency, empower employees, and move housing strategies forward. Insurance is their foundation.…
Read MoreThe world of continuing education is complex. Whether it is to earn and maintain certifications, work toward building a more competent and confident workforce, or simply learn new skills, it is often difficult for learners to navigate large course catalogs to find the training best suited to their needs. From the perspective of employers, it…
Read MoreThe GDPR: 5 Questions Answered In a rapidly evolving digital world, privacy issues concern both businesses and individuals. The European Union is addressing these concerns with a new rule called the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), harmonizing privacy laws throughout the EU and mandating a greater level of protection for citizens’ data. What does the…
Read MoreThese next few blog posts will highlight the top Learning and development challenges, their criticality, best resolution practices, and how the Meridian Learning Management System can position you and your team for success. In my many years of learning consulting, two of the most frequent and often subjective questions I ask my clients are: What…
Read MoreTo some degree, we all have a deep desire to continue to learn and develop new skills. Whether you’re looking to brush up on new technology or completely pivot your career direction, continuing education is essential to your career growth and intellectual value. Skills are the new currency, so they say. As innovation advances, so…
Read MoreIt’s no secret that the learning management systems (LMS) universe is rapidly evolving. An LMS administrator’s focus now includes digital disruption, changes in employee learning methods and preferences, reporting, analytics, content management, crowdsourcing curation, and managing their LMS platform. That’s a lot of hats to wear. Surveys can be an administrator’s secret weapon to unlock…
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