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Strategic workforce planning: Easier said than delivered. Coming soon: Your guide to turning your L&D from a cost center to generating outsize returns

Who better to evolve with your company than the people already working there? That’s how Difference Makers see talent differently. #DifferenceMakers #WorkforceDevelopment #WorkforceTransformation

Don’t @ us, but these 2025 hot takes might just make you see talent differently. ⬇️ 1️⃣ If you’re paying the cost of bad leadership, STOP. According to Gartner, only 6% of HR leaders say their programs actually prepare future leaders. 2️⃣ AI doesn’t replace leaders — but it can reveal weak ones. 59% of all CEOs surveyed in an IBM report — and 72% of the top-performing CEOs — agree that competitive advantage depends on who has the most advanced generative AI. 3️⃣ Your best tech investment is your people. According to the US Chamber of Commerce, 96% of employees say they’re willing to retrain. What they need is the right support and guidance to ensure they’re learning the skills that will help them evolve with their roles and prepare for mobility. 4️⃣ If you keep looking at L&D like a cost center, you’ve got some learning to do yourself. Guild internal data over the last 12 months show that, on average, learners are 3.5x more likely to move into a new internal role compared to non-members. Do you agree with these takes?

What do you think of when you consider the future of manufacturing? For me, it isn’t just about automation—it’s about people. And if we’re serious about closing talent gaps, we need to invest in them. I had the opportunity to share my perspective with Compass by Guild on how Learning & Development isn’t just a nice-to-have, but a business imperative for this future. Let’s talk about it: 💡 Skilling isn’t optional—it’s survival. Talent shortages and rapid tech advancements mean companies that prioritize workforce learning will be the ones that stay ahead. Upskilling isn’t just an HR initiative; it’s a competitive advantage. 💡 Flexibility is non-negotiable. The best L&D strategies meet employees where they are, whether it’s micro-learning, on-the-job training, or career mobility programs that support real growth. 💡 HR can’t do it alone. Strategic partnerships with educational institutions, clear career pathways, and an intentional focus on inclusion are critical. If organizations are not creating access and opportunity for the broadest spectrum of talent, they're absolutely leaving innovation on the table and limiting future growth. The bottom line? A business-driven, people-first approach to upskilling is the key to bridging the talent gap and future-proofing the manufacturing workforce. Read more about my thoughts on the future of manufacturing talent strategy here: https://lnkd.in/gdGpKXbA #FutureOfWork #Manufacturing #TalentStrategy #L&D #GuildCompass

According to the World Economic Forum's “The Future of Jobs Report 2025,” 39% of core skills are expected to change in the next five years. With these shifts, measuring deeper outcomes is critical to staying ahead. Read our latest Compass article on how to ensure your L&D strategy delivers real results: https://lnkd.in/genCKRc8

We are so excited to share that our CEO, Bijal Shah, has been named a Changemaker by CNBC! 👏 This list celebrates women who are transforming business — and Bijal is leading the charge. In partnership with the leading employers Guild supports, she is reshaping how companies build talent and creating real opportunities for the workforce of the future. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dhfbJ6W3 #CNBCChangemakers

Leaders: You’ve got a lot of priorities, but what’s going to be the most critical driver of your workforce strategy this year? #HRtrends #WorkforceStrategy

In today’s rapidly shifting landscape, micro-credentials are preparing organizations’ teams beyond traditional degree-based skilling pathways. “People will need to upskill and re-skill quickly, and then pivot rapidly. These shorter-term programs make sense as a way to reexamine employee education.” - Paul J. LeBlanc, former President of Southern New Hampshire University and the head of the board at Matter and Space Learn more about how microcredentials are supporting employee education and organization growth: https://lnkd.in/gB_ME8Vy

Your workforce is full of untapped potential. Are you ready to unlock it? Strengthen your workforce ✅ Build resilient teams ✅ Drive lasting impact ✅ It all starts with investing in your people because when employees like Belinda grow ➡️ your entire organization rises. Learn how we’re equipping difference makers to unlock opportunity—fueling the next generation of leaders from within: https://lnkd.in/gD8dJSiU #DifferenceMaker

We're so excited for this new partnership with U.S. Renal Care! 🩺   Our program will provide their employees the opportunity to further their careers—tuition-free. 🧡