Piyush Bhatt

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Investing in human capital is essential to competitive advantage in today's marketplace. One of the keys to building a successful company is hiring the right people. But, hiring the top talent will only take an organization so far if the leadership is not willing to support the education of high-performing employees who want to pursue the latest skills, invest in their personal growth, and apply their knowledge to the work they are doing every day on the job. If you want to invest in employee training and development, here are 12 strategies to consider when it comes to upskilling or reskilling your team, courtesy of Fast Company Executive Board members.

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9 best practices for business leaders looking to implement transformational software. Developing a company culture that is focused on bridging the communication gap between your employees who work on-site, remotely, or choose a hybrid solution that is flexible with their lifestyle is a smart move in today's business environment. However, if you're reviewing the latest software that could be a game changer in terms of high-performance levels, don't make any major department or company updates until you've got the right data in hand to make your case.  Gathering some practical feedback about your team members' workflow needs is another good place to start before introducing a new software program that may or may not be a good fit for your establishment. Here, nine experts from Fast Company Executive Board each provide one way for company leaders to design a better workplace experience through the current worktech products and services available on the market.  

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Whether you're building a small, medium, or large business, developing a credible company reputation that potential clients and customers can rely on is what truly matters at the end of the day. If you are just starting in business, it's oftentimes difficult to book and retain your first major client if they're not familiar with your work.  Below, 20 Fast Company Executive Board members weigh in on the best ways to exceed customer expectations and create long-lasting loyalty—giving you the boost in credibility you need to win over potential clients.