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.

Topics

The Make or Buy Decision

Should your organization grow its leadership from within, or acquire it from without? Each tactic has its advantages and disadvantages, according to Robert Barner, author of Bench Strength. Here, Barner explains the factors organizations should...

The Lost Art of Asking for Help

Have you ever wondered about the origin of the word "mayday," the international distress call used by ships and aircraft? In the preface to her new book Mayday!

The Millennials

Economic uncertainty today shouldn't distract us from other business issues, like that of talent management with its longer-term implications. So it is critical to look at the findings of a survey by Career Systems International on the 17–28 year olds...

The Miscommunication Medium

Do you often feel misunderstood? The problem may be that your e-mails don't properly "speak" your mind....

The More Things Change...

A lot has changed in 20 years, and yet many things have remained remarkably constant. This includes a lot of the top priorities of HR professionals and other managers, as an analysis of the latest data from i4cp's 2007/2008 Major Issues Survey reveals....

The Most Important Decision Every Company Will Make

Companies that understand and tout their competitive advantages are able to maintain prices (even raise them), gain market share, and maintain or grow profit margins—even in tough economic times. Successful companies in the U.S. have learned a way to communicate product or service value that minimiz

The Motivating Power of Brands

A strong, successful brand resonates with consumers, attracts their loyalty and wins their hearts and minds. Can it do the same with your staff? Janelle Barlow, author of <i>Branded Customer Service</i>, argues that your company's brand can be one of...

The Myth of Generational Differences in the Workplace

The idea of generational differences have prevailed throughout time. Jennifer Deal researched the topic and explains why that idea is an outdated myth.

The Myth of Multitasking

Learn why multitasking isn't always the most effective use of today's heavy workloads.

The Necessity of Strangers

Today's leaders must build organizations and cultures that are more open to the world arround them.