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Understanding the ever-evolving skill-scape

CLO Magazine

Under the umbrella of The Learning Forum , CLO LIFT , a group of learning and development leaders, is actively addressing persistent challenges straining the industry. Learning alone isn’t going to do it,” says Heather Stefanski, member of the skills group and CLO for McKinsey & Company. “I

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From Global L&D Experts: Insights on Skills, Data, Business Alignment, and AI

Degreed

Three key ideas emerged that will light the path: skills, data and business alignment, and artificial intelligence (AI). Skills Just start experimenting with skills. Skills are hot, but they’re not new,” Barrett Evans, Head of Global Learning and Leadership Development at Ford, said from the LENS stage.

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From traditionalist to strategic partner: How the role of the CLO has evolved 

CLO Magazine

Traditionally, the role of a CLO was primarily focused on learning and development, with a primary goal of ensuring employees received the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their jobs effectively. Another important shift in the role of the CLO is the increased use of technology in L&D.

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Soft skills are more valuable than hard skills

CLO Magazine

We know some people don’t like to use the term soft skills, implying that the skills may be inferior. While core skills or power skills may be better, soft skills is the term most people understand and use. Three important data sets suggest executives consider hard skills to be more valuable than soft skills.

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New LinkedIn data reveals AI’s impact on L&D and business

CLO Magazine

According to the report, in order to engage and retain talent to further support business objectives, companies must embrace artificial intelligence skills training. Learners are also reportedly interested in skills relating to AI.

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Thriving in a VUCA world: Balancing tech transformation with soft skills

CLO Magazine

It was originally a military term that has transitioned to a common business acronym: Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, Ambiguity. Other skills, such as soft skills, are important to the success of technological transformations. Yet, power skills are still required. Yet, power skills are still required.

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Meet the CLO Advisory Board: Christyl Murray

CLO Magazine

CLO: What was your first official job in learning and development? Upon graduation from the Wharton Business School, I worked as a management consultant with Accenture in their organization and change strategy practice. CLO: What lessons did you learn in 2020 that you’ve taken with you into 2021? Creary, Ph.D.,

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