Analytical Skills 
Improve business decisions by learning how to gather, interpret and present data.

Develop specialized skills and strategies to help you assess patterns, identify relevant questions, gain data-driven insights and effectively share analytical information with others.

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Allen Gannett on Encouraging Your Creative Curve

The myth of the lone creative genius is "wildly destructive" says Allen Gannett, not to put too fine a point on it. Our guest today talks about how we need to bring our ideas about inspiration out of the clouds and back to a much more encouraging and attainable reality. In a world of increasing auto

Alliances Between Small and Larger Companies Can Mean Risky Business

There are many ways a small company can benefit by forming an alliance with a larger one, including the ability to tap into a larger customer base. But the failure rate for these partnerships can be as high as 60%. Here are some strategies that will...

AMA Critical Skills Survey: Workers Need Higher Level Skills to Succeed in the 21st Century

For many years, mastery of "the 3 Rs" was considered sufficient preparation for entering the job market. That was then. According to a new AMA survey of executives, today's workers must also be skilled in "the 4 Cs"—critical thinking/problem solving, communication, collaboration, and creativity.

AMA Interview: Bill George on “True North Groups”

In an interview with AMA, Bill George discusses his book True North Groups.

AMA Product Showcase: Susan Mason Shares Key Takeaways

On July 8, executive coach, trainer and instructional designer Susan Mason teamed with moderator and learning solutions manager Tammy Swed for AMA’s newest Product Showcase.

AMA Quiz: Discover Your Communication Style

Are you aware of your communication style? Do you know how to adapt it accordingly to a particular situation and to different types of people? The most productive and high-achieving teams are those composed of members who have well-developed communication skills and who can alter their communication

AMA Research: Business Skills That Set High-Performing Organizations Apart

How does your talent compare to the competition?

AMA Research: What Does Engagement Have to Do with Getting the Job Done?

Employee engagement is viewed as a key driver of employee productivity, according to a new AMA study of over 1,700 participants.

AMA Study Reveals Benefits of Developing Global Leaders

Most corporations want and need leaders who canhelp them compete successfully in today's global environment, but knowing this and doing something about it are two different things.

AMA’s Ask The Experts Series: Dr. Bill Thallemer on Virtual Coaching

One of the most challenging aspects of virtual work is effective coaching. If there ever was a management responsibility that is best conducted face-to-face in the same room, it is coaching.