Online Learning Resources for Workforce Development
Each month, we curate a collection of articles, videos, and other on-demand resources to support workforce learning and performance. Resources are grouped in six learning pathways.
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- Workplace Culture and Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI)
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This training pathway provides DEI learning and growth opportunities to support workplace cultures where inclusion and belonging are centered. These resources offer a range of learning options. The views and opinions expressed in these resources are those of the authors and do not reflect the official policy or position of DES. Learn more about DEI in Washington state from the Office of Financial Management and the Office of Equity.
- Harvard University Disbands Slavery Remembrance Program, Fires Staff - Article
- Black Innovators Who Changed the World with Their Inventions - Article
- Dr. Dickens: 1st Black Woman Admitted to American College of Surgeons - Article
- After 138 years, Black American composer Edmond Dédé gets his flowers - Article
- Colorblind Admissions at Harvard Law Has a Racist Outcome - Article
- White Americans Voted for Trump Because They Feel ‘Whiteness Is Under Threat,’ Princeton Professor Says - Article
- 11 Things You Didn't Know Had Racist Origins - Article
- Harriet Tubman posthumously named a General in Veterans Day Ceremony - Article
- Sub-Teacher Who Re-enacted George Floyd's Murder Identified as Wisconsin Police Officer - Article
- Did Tacoma School District Know for Years that Teacher was Abusive? A Mother Says Yes - Article
- London Stock Exchange Group Sacks US Employee Over 'Racist' Altercation - Article
- Susan Olsen Claims Her Political Opinion Led to 'Brady Bunch' Cancellation - Article
- Is discrimination a problem in Olympia? Many surveyed say it’s happened to them (yahoo.com)
- Workforce Well-being and Support
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Today's employees face many challenges to their well-being that can impact mental health and work performance. Promoting well-being practices and resources in the workplace helps reduce some barriers to seeking care and practicing self-care. In addition to these resources, the Washington State Employee Assistance Program offers support and resources for client organizations.
- 7 Trends Shaping Mindfulness in 2025 - Article
- Mindfulness and Wellness 2025 Trends: Highlights from Leading Reports - Article
- As Workforce Well-being Dips, Leaders Ask: What Will It Take to Move the Needle? - Article
- The Important Role of Leaders in Advancing Human Sustainability - Other
- Is a Toxic Culture in Your Organization Causing Stress? - Article
- Toxic Work Culture: Identifying the Signs and Addressing the Causes - Article
- Toxic Workplaces Leave Employees Sick, Scared, and Looking for an Exit. Here's How to Combat Unhealthy Conditions - Article
- How to Fix a Toxic Culture - Article
- Twelve Evidence-based Well-being Practices to Overcome Stress - Article
- Finding Balance in Turbulent Times: 4 Equanimity Practices - Article
- October Mindfulness and Workplace Wellness Research Round-Up - Article
- Deloitte's Well-Being at Work Survey: The Important Role of Leaders in Advancing Human Sustainability - Article
- Adaptability and Resilience: Lessons for Post-Pandemic Times - Article
- Workplace Resilience: Why It's Important and 7 Ways to Build Resilience at Work - Blog Post
- General Leadership
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General leadership development expands the capacity of individuals to perform in supervisory and influencer roles within teams and organizations. DES also offers leadership development training.
- 3 Things Leaders Should Do to Increase Trust - Article
- Just One in Three Leaders Trust Senior Executives in 2025, Finds DDI - Article
- 2025 Edelman Trust Barometer: Trust and the Crisis of Grievance - Other
- What Will Leadership Look Like in 2025 - Article
- Why Emotional Intelligence is the Key to High-Impact Leadership - Article
- 3 Top Leadership Trends Shaping 2025 - Article
- Compassionate Leadership: How to Do Hard Things in Human Ways - Article
- Leading with Heart: The Power of Compassionate Leadership - Article
- Compassionate Leadership: How to do Hard Things in Human Ways - Conference Session
- Leading With Heart: The Power of Compassionate Leadership - Article
- Why Leaders Should Lead with Empathetic Pragmatism During Difficult Times - Article
- 5 Leadership Skills Every Leader and Manager Needs in 2025 - Article
- How to Lead When Your Team is Exhausted-and You Are, Too - Article
- How to Help Your Team with Burnout When You're Burned Out Yourself - Article
- How to Help Your Team with Burnout as a Manager - Article
- Self-leadership
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Self-leadership is the practice of intentionally influencing your thinking, feeling and actions towards your objectives.
- 15 Practical Ways to Improve Your Leadership Skills - Article
- Essential Communication Skills for Leaders - Article
- How to Improve Communication in an Organization - Article
- 13 Key Strategies for Improving Your Communication Skills as a Leader - Article
- Forget Resolutions and Try this 5-step New Year's Guide for Leaders - Article
- Try Fewer Resolutions and More New Year's Reflections - Article
- 5 Leadership Skills Every Leader and Manager Needs in 2025 - Article
- 6 Essential Leadership Skills-and How to Develop Them - Article
- 5 Ways Mindfulness Can Increase Your Productivity - Article
- What is Self-Leadership? 9 Steps to Develop Your Potential - Article
- 6 Practices to Grow Your Self-Leadership Abilities - Article
- To Improve Your Team, First Work on Yourself - Article
- Finding Joy as a Manager - Even on Bad Days - Article
- The Art of Finding Joy as a Manager - Article
- Hybrid Work
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These resources focus on the future of work in a post-pandemic environment.
- Rethinking Talent Development for the Hybrid Era - Article
- Fostering Inclusion and Engagement: Strategies for Success in Remote Teams - Article
- Hybrid Work: Making it Fit with Your Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Strategy - Article
- Creating a Human-centric Hybrid Workplace - Blog Post
- What Employers Get Wrong About How People Connect at Work - Article
- One Company A/B Tested Hybrid Work. Here's What They Found - Article
- Pinterest Exec: Companies That Force Workers Back to the Office are Missing the Big Picture - Article
- Did 2024 Kill Remote Work? - Article
- Rethinking Return-to-Office: Hybrid Models are the Future of Productivity - Blog Post
- A Shift in Remote Work? - Article
- Hybrid Careers Will Win the RTO War in 2025, Leaders Predict - Article
- 3 Remote Job Trends To Watch in 2025 - Article
- Hybrid and Remote Work Still on the Rise, Despite Misconceptions Study Shows - Article
- State of Hybrid Work 2024 - Other
- The Data is in: Return-To-Office Mandates Aren't Worth the Talent Risks - Article
- Technical
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Comprehensive, step-by-step instruction on how to effectively understand, use, and master tasks such as how to use computer apps (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, etc.) as well as manual skills (e.g., how to use a fire extinguisher, lift a box, etc.).
- Outlook Advanced Editing Options - Other
- 7 Microsoft Outlook Features You Should Be Using - Article
- 7 Advanced Microsoft Outlook Tips and Tricks to be a Pro User - Article
- 10 Outlook Hacks, Outlook Tips and Tricks to Improve Productivity and Time Management - Article
- The Most Effective Power BI Dashboard Tips and Tricks - Article
- Tips and Tricks for Creating Reports in Power BI Desktop - Article
- Power BI Tips and Tricks for Your Reports - Article
- Tutorial: Get Started Creating in the Power BI Service - Article
- What is Power BI?
- How to Use Advanced Pivot Table in Excel (25 Tips and Techniques) - Article
- 27 Excel Tricks That Can Make Anyone an Excel Expert - Article
- Advanced Excel Formulas - Article
- Excel Tips and Tricks Advanced - Article
- Take and Read Notes in OneNote and then Share - Other
- 14 Must-Know OneNote Tips & Tricks for Productivity - YouTube Video (11:06)
- 9 Basic Tips and Tricks for Microsoft OneNote for Beginners - Article
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