How to use training to tackle company cybersecurity
The idea that the responsibility for computer security falls squarely on the shoulders of a company’s IT department, or on its top manager or CTO, is commonplace. On its face, it makes sense — these people are the ones with the technical know-how to counter attacks and maintain security. However, in practice, while these roles […]
Managing change as a disruptive company
As markets continue to globalize and as new technologies continue to bring about growth, it’s no surprise that rapid and profound change is a constant in today’s business environment. For this reason, companies in every sector are forced to make a decision: either adapt or face stagnation. An inclination towards the former is what defines […]
Gamelearn wins EdTech startup competition at Virtual South Summit
In this year’s Virtual South Summit for Education (held online this time around), three projects were chosen as winners out of eight EdTech startups previously announced as finalists. Gamelearn, a game-based learning platform for corporate training, took gold, followed by Zapiens, a knowledge management app, and Symba, an internship management platform for students and recent […]
3 companies to see tangible results from revamping their business training
Companies are becoming ever more aware of the importance of human capital and knowledge in cultivating employee and company growth. Investing in business training means investing in qualified professionals and, therefore, company goals. Imparting knowledge to the workforce is one of the most important tools a company has to help its competitiveness and capacity for […]
How to conquer the challenges of telecommuting: the Gamelearn experience
Working from home is nothing new. We’ve been taking advantage of it as long as technology has allowed us to do so, and it’s only gaining steam as we move into the future. The current health crisis, however, triggered by the Coronavirus, has thrust this way of working into the spotlight, making it the only […]
5 critical customer service mistakes in the classic movie Love Actually
The beauty of movies is identifying with the situations our favorite characters live through in a film. They are a slice of real life. In Love Actually, the romantic comedy directed by Richard Curtis, we see many different situations we’re all too familiar with, especially during the holiday season. Here we’ve compiled 5 classic customer […]
Tips for Managing a Remote Workforce During Coronavirus
Working citizens all over the world are being encouraged to work from home in a bid to slow down the spread of COVID-19. And because the coronavirus is already in our communities- in our streets and offices, the best an employer can do to keep their employees safe and healthy is to close down physical […]
6 essential articles to help improve your personal productivity
Our recent reliance on telecommuting has brought the importance of personal productivity to the forefront for professionals moving forward. Although in reality, effective time management is, and always will be, a crucial part of work, no matter the circumstances. If you want to organize your time better, meet your goals, and work more effectively, these 6 […]
Overcoming hurdles in EdTech: Adopting quickly to online learning
Given the current COVID-19 epidemic, most companies have been forced to move their professional meetings online, along with other training and educational endeavors. With this in mind, The Venture City, an investment fund focused on helping startups grow, put on an online event with representatives from several leaders in the e-learning field. Given that many […]
Gamification: the future of business trends to maximize employee development and ROI
No matter what type of business or industry you are a part of, you are competing with other companies to attract the best employees. After all, your company cannot grow without the assistance of devoted and talented workers. As you compete with other companies to attract this new generation of workers, your company may be […]