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Some Companies Are Asking Employees to Pay for Training to Increase Buy-in. But Does It Work?

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You make it through hurdle after hurdle, from multiple interviews to onboarding, and you are ready to start training. And then, you are asked to sign a Training Repayment Agreement Provisions (TRAPs) agreement. And as sketchy as the name sounds, you do it because, well, you need a job!

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Could Artificial Intelligence Eliminate Internships?

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From a strict cost-benefit analysis, training a revolving door of new employees who may or may not work out is exponentially more expensive than training a localized AI system that continues learning as it handles tasks. Doing so helps workers stand out, learn specialized skills, and further their careers.

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Paying Candidates for Interviews: What Should Be Covered and Why?

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A skills test. William Stonehouse III, president and co-founder of Crawford Thomas Recruiting, has an eye on the trend of paying for interviewing expenses. One offering company she turned down had required her to fly at her own expense, which she says felt “a bit crummy.” A new suit. An airplane ticket to another interview.

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Why Company Retreats are Worth Every Penny

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These organized escapes from the daily grind are not frivolous expenses or mere vacationing under the guise of work; they are strategic investments in the lifeblood of any business: its people. Learning Opportunities: Retreats often include training sessions or professional development opportunities.

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Astonishing Deficit in Hybrid Work Protocol Confirmed by Recent Studies

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Interestingly, their chief worry is invariably hiring and retaining skilled employees. Effective communication forms the backbone of any successful hybrid work plan. However, employees need training for optimal utilization. Many companies are flying blind, without clear guidelines for their teams.

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The 10 Best Books for Creativity

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Including activities such as “Units of Energy Critique,” meant to hone judgment and evaluation skills and “Expert Eyes,” meant to encourage the fostering of observational skills, the book is simultaneously educational and lighthearted, meant to teach without judgment of your current skill set. By Matthew Syed. By Pavan Soni.

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How to Improve Your Problem Solving Skills

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Creative problem-solving skills are required for achieving exceptional performance in most tasks. Finding a way to exploit an opportunity is a form of problem-solving just as is coping with a crisis. Creative thinking is not just for certain jobs, such as writing advertising copy or developing entertaining training programs.

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