5 Tips to Cultivate a Culture of Intrapreneurism
I recently read a press release about Peter Fukunaga being awarded Corporate Intrapreneur of the Year by the Hawaii Venture Capital Association. The Corporate Intrapreneur of the Year creatively challenges traditions and assertively makes changes in their company culture to ensure fellow employees in their environment and their field are engaged and provides the platform... View Article
Read MoreJune 6, 2019
Debbie Wooldridge
5 Reasons to Use Innovators on Demand®
Whether you are starting a new training project or attempting to scale up and conquer a redesign of existing training content, hiring a learning and development team member may not always be the best option. Instead, consider leveraging contingent workers to help see you through the ups and downs ahead. Related: Pros and Cons of... View Article
June 5, 2019
Emily Meade
Webinar Recap: The Five Guiding Principles of Effective Microlearning
In a powerful survey by ATD, 90% of learners reported better understanding of fundamental concepts after completing a microlearning component. 84% of learners said they were more likely to put new concepts to immediate use when microlearning was offered, and 59% of learners completed MORE training than required when offered via microlearning components. If you... View Article
June 4, 2019
Samantha Heyl
How to Keep Your Resume Fresh
Your resume is your first impression. It’s a reflection of your skills, experience, and even style, so it’s important to keep it fresh and top of mind for any future employers or opportunities within your current organization! In her article, 5 Secrets to Guarantee a Stand Out Professional Resume, our Human Resources Specialist, Nicole, states... View Article
May 28, 2019
Nicole Whitney
4 Benefits of a Mentorship Program
Mentoring and feedback are a win-win for both organizations as well as consultants and employees alike. Mentorship programs can set you up for success, organically illuminate company culture and stimulate an engaged organization. I will outline a few of the benefits of mentorship, the power of feedback and will also provide a glimpse into ttcInnovations’ approach.... View Article
May 23, 2019
Allan Dodson
3 Ways to Reinforce Culture & Values in Your Training Curriculum
Are your employees representing your company’s core values? Unfortunately, few companies take the time and effort to really answer this important question. After all, company values are meant for posters on the breakroom walls, right? Wrong. Businesses that think company culture and core values don’t affect the bottom line are missing out on a vast... View Article
May 16, 2019
Cheriann Cain
To the Aspiring Contractor, Expert Freelancing Tips from Our Team
So, you are thinking of freelancing – the allure of being your own boss, choosing the projects you want to take, and having the flexibility to work from home is quite attractive. However, it’s not for everyone. Make sure you take an honest inventory of the way you naturally function. Do you like change? Are... View Article
May 7, 2019
Melissa Snell
Adaptive Learning — What You Need to Know Today to Get Started
What is adaptive learning? It’s a relatively new learning and development term that boils down to really good storytelling and a choose-your-own-adventure style of training. Where the learner ends up is based on what actions the learner takes. It’s like artificial intelligence for L&D. NASA uses it, many smart phone apps use it, and now... View Article
May 6, 2019
Jessica Howell
ttcInnovations Founder and CEO, Debbie Wooldridge, Awarded SBA District Director’s Award for Growth in the Workforce Training Sector
SAN DIEGO, CA — May 5th – 11th, 2019 marks the 56th anniversary of National Small Business Week. In celebration, we are proud to announce that our Founder and CEO, Debbie Wooldridge, has been nominated by Sharon Peterson, Ph.D., Alumni Manager, Southern California Region for Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses, and was awarded the District... View Article
May 1, 2019
Emily Meade
Our Top Session Picks for #ATD2019
The ATD International Conference & Exposition is upon us once again, and we are so excited to share that a few of our Innovators will be in attendance! Each year, our team looks forward to meeting up with fellow learning and development professionals to discover the newest trends and get a refresher on traditional learning techniques.... View Article
April 30, 2019
Dana Janssen
Emotional Intelligence: The One Skill You Need to Stand Out, Plus Tactics to Boost It
What are you looking for in a contractor? What are your gold standard requirements? What makes a freelance contractor stand out? I’m consistently fielding these questions and I suggest that the answer is simple – high emotional intelligence (or emotional quotient [EQ]). According to Talent Smart, 90% of high performers have high EQ, while a... View Article