Writing is an essential skill we use every day, but it is also one that is oftentimes overlooked and forgotten about. Strong writing abilities can help you get your point across in an email, make an application stand out from the rest, and maybe even help you to write the next best-selling novel. Many times,… Read more »
You thought you could find anything almost instantaneously with the internet? Think again! Not that finding information is outrageously difficult, but learning to search for information quickly and effectively takes skill. As we increasingly rely on search engines like Google to find information and tackle projects, learning the tricks of the trade can be invaluable.… Read more »
Many of us like to organize time by setting yearly goals. It provides a focus and brings a little order to a chaotic world. This year, I’d like to focus on working smarter and using more streamlined strategies. So here are the things I hope to focus on this year. Better Educate Clients. One… Read more »
In today’s job market, having a certain business skill can be the key to landing a promotion, getting your dream job, and even unlocking thousands of dollars worth of wage premiums. In fact, PayScale has released a list of the skills that lead to the biggest increase in paychecks. Below are five skills that can lead… Read more »
Certification, no matter the field, is a highly desirable achievement. If getting certified in the field of your choice is on your list of resolutions, get started today with OpenSesame. Did you know we offer a variety of certification courses and exam preparation? This week, we’re highlighting sustainability, Linux, and Help Desk Analysts. Working… Read more »
There is something every web-based business, blog, and website is learning to live by: Google Analytics. If you don’t already know why you need web analytics, what Google Adwords offers, or have access to the information Google Analytics offers, you are already behind. Not having access to these tools is a little bit like shooting… Read more »
Chances are you’ve included learning a new skill or hobby on your list of New Year’s goals and resolutions. Whether these goals are to further your career or just for fun, now’s the time to get started—but where to begin? Last year’s Learn a New Skill series was so popular, we’re bringing it back for 2015… Read more »
Hello! I am Christina Thomas, Program Manager with OpenSesame. Over the last month I have had the opportunity to get to know the OpenSesame team and am excited to be joining such great group of individuals. After 10+ years in a corporate environment I am excited to join this smaller, fast moving, and growing startup… Read more »
If you ask most HR, Training & Development, OD, and Talent Management leaders, they will be familiar with these statistics: 70:20:10 which means: 70% of development happens on the job 20% of development happens through coaching and mentoring 10% of development happens through formal training which includes instructor led workshops and elearning courseware The first… Read more »
Many learning solutions are bloated and overdue for a diet. However, the key to a truly successful diet isn’t just about reducing input. We need to act more like athletes focused on high performance (after all, we are in the performance business). Elite athletes understand what is required to fuel their performance and are highly… Read more »
My 2015 learning resolution? Steal like an artist. And I’ve already gotten started as I stole this resolution from Austin Kleon, who wrote a book with this title and expounded on the concept during his keynote at Training magazine’s 2014 Online Learning Conference this fall in Chicago. Kleon’s perspective is that “creativity is built on what… Read more »
It seems like just yesterday we were making big plans to launch OpenSesame Plus (our newest subscription based licensing model) and, in the blink of an eye, here we are 12 months later! Before we take a sneak peek at what’s to come in 2015, let’s take a quick look back at some of the… Read more »
Once Thanksgiving, Christmas and their various global iterations have passed, most people spend time planning how to make the New Year easier, healthier, more productive or just plain better. Learning leaders are no different. Only, instead of resolving to exercise more, CLOs resolve to make development options that resonate with audiences and create bigger impact… Read more »
We can’t afford to wait another hour, minute or even a second when it comes to learning, developing and mentoring our team. At the heart of my argument is a very sobering and eye-opening statistic. By 2015, almost 33 percent of our workforce including 48 percent of our supervisors will be eligible to retire. Two… Read more »
If your company is growing, chances are things are changing, and fast! Keeping up with the changing needs of your company can be a challenge, especially if you’re expanding internationally or hiring remote workers. eLearning can be a great tool for easing the transition and getting everyone on the same page. This week’s featured courses… Read more »
In one generation, the concept of professional development has completely changed. For baby boomers, opportunities for professional growth were almost entirely controlled by the company, or traditional educational institutions. You either went back for an advanced degree, or you waited for your company to provide learning or coaching opportunities. Now, technology has exponentially increased the… Read more »
Corporate training videos serve a very distinct purpose—they convey crucial information to employees in order to help keep them safe and help them understand what they are doing. Just because a training video has an important purpose though does not mean it has to be bland and boring for the users. In fact, if you… Read more »
2014 was the year for online learning, not just because of growing access, but because relevance and quality were championed thanks to the inclusion of predictive analytics, collaborative tools for peer and educator communication, and the application of adaptive technology for assessments—all characteristics that help a seemingly sterile method of learning come alive through personalization… Read more »
Hi, I am Shannon Willis Pier, Senior Accountant with OpenSesame. I’ve been a part-time employee with OpenSesame since the very early days of its inception, but am excited to announce that as of November I am a full-time team member. Many of you already know me, but I would like to take this opportunity to… Read more »
We’re quickly approaching the pinnicle of the holiday season; chances are, you’ll be spending some quality time away from work with family and friends. Do you have the tools you need to document the special occasions of the season? It could be as basic as your cell phone camera! For those looking to go one… Read more »
