Business Acumen Basics for Talent Development

Business Acumen Basics for Talent Development

Author: Robert Brodo

Publisher: Association for Talent Development

Published: 2018-04-01

Total Pages: 20

ISBN-13: 1562864173

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

It’s critical for talent development professionals to be able to play an influential role in an organization’s strategy development and execution. To do this, they need to be able to speak the business language and translate their knowledge into solutions that drive business results. In “Business Acumen Basics for Talent Development,” Robert Brodo arms talent development professionals with the critical skills and tools they’ll need to think strategically and make informed business decisions. This issue of TD at Work includes: • guidance on how to build better business acumen and learn the business challenges and opportunities for internal customers and stakeholders • tips on how to engage in business dialogue with leaders and stakeholders • information on how to use business knowledge to challenge beliefs and assumptions • questions to consider before conversing with stakeholders or leaders • a business SWOT analysis template.


The Business Acumen Handbook

The Business Acumen Handbook

Author: Steven Haines

Publisher: Independently Published

Published: 2019-01-29

Total Pages: 320

ISBN-13: 9781795148221

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

Leaders rely on business people to see the big picture and get things done. They want mindset and mojo, all in one! The problem is that all business people aren't wired that way, and that's where The Business Acumen Handbook comes in. The main idea behind The Business Acumen Handbook is to help managers understand the pillars of their company's business, and to operate more effectively and efficiently. After reading this book, you'll be able to: Understand and apply the dimensions of business acumen that focus on people, processes, projects, and products so that you can see the "big picture of business" Incorporate finance, strategy, and performance management into your professional mindset Develop a model for how to effectively communicate with, and influence others. Understand complex business situations, evaluate facts and data, and make better decisions The book is filled with tools, templates, exercises, and guidelines. It also introduces readers to their own individual business acumen assessment so that they can create a purposeful career and professional development strategy. This book is also the companion text for the Business Acumen Workshop offered by The Business Acumen Institute (visit: www.businessacumeninstitute.com)


Ten-day MBA, The, Rev.

Ten-day MBA, The, Rev.

Author: Steven Silbiger

Publisher: Harper Collins

Published: 1999-10-20

Total Pages: 404

ISBN-13: 0688137881

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

Steven Silbiger has distilled the material of the ten most popular business schools in order to teach readers the language of business. At the rate of one easy-to-understand chapter a day, this book will enable readers to absorb the material, speak the language, and, most importantly, acquire the confidence and expertise needed to get ahead in the competitive business world.


Developing Skills for Business Leadership

Developing Skills for Business Leadership

Author: Gillian Watson

Publisher: Kogan Page Publishers

Published: 2014-02-17

Total Pages: 563

ISBN-13: 1843983656

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

Mapped to the CIPD Level 7 Advanced module of the same name, Developing Skills for Business Leadership focuses on three core areas for successful professional development and practice: managing yourself and others, transferable managerial skills and postgraduate study skills. Each skill is covered both conceptually and practically by a subject area expert to help all readers analyze and critically evaluate, manage more effectively, make sound and justifiable decisions and lead and influence others. Covering key concepts such as developing your professional identity, effective management of interpersonal relationships at work, people management and interpreting financial information, this fully updated 2nd edition of Developing Skills for Business Leadership is ideal for all postgraduate business students taking a module in professional development, career development or management skills. Integrating IT skills into each chapter, it includes a new chapter on reflecting and coaching, updated references to the CIPD's HR Profession Map, additional coverage of stress, health and wellbeing and an enhanced international dimension throughout the text. Online supporting resources include an instructor's manual and lecture slides as well as additional case studies, and sample assignments, checklists and exam guides lecturers can use in their teaching.


Capabilities for Talent Development

Capabilities for Talent Development

Author: Pat Galagan

Publisher: Association for Talent Development

Published: 2019-12-18

Total Pages: 125

ISBN-13: 1950496511

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

What Talent Development Professionals Should Know and Do to Be Successful The talent development field is deep and wide, encompassing the efforts that foster learning and employee development to drive organizational performance, productivity, and results. Major societal forces and business changes require talent development professionals across all industries to adopt new approaches and upgrade skills to keep pace and grow. Capabilities for Talent Development presents the new ATD Capability Model, a powerful framework to guide the profession in what practitioners need to know and do to develop themselves, others, and their organizations. ATD’s research shows that the future of work will require talent development professionals to leverage interpersonal skills, along with their professional expertise, to work as a true business partner to achieve organizational goals. As organizations respond to trends in business, science, and technology—such as artificial intelligence and automation, brain-based learning, new ways to enlist skilled talent brought on by the gig economy, and other factors—professionals must develop their knowledge and skills from three domains of practice: Building Personal Capability Developing Professional Capability Impacting Organizational Capability Capabilities for Talent Development offers an in-depth look at the Model and its components, drawing from the research behind it. Inside are application tips for individuals, educators, and organizations, as well as examples and interviews with thought leaders that describe an exciting future ahead for the talent development field. The ATD Capability Model is future-oriented and can help you personalize your development needs. Grow your career as you grow your knowledge and skills in talent development.


TDBoKTM Guide

TDBoKTM Guide

Author: Association for Talent Development

Publisher: American Society for Training and Development

Published: 2024-03-05

Total Pages: 1007

ISBN-13: 1957157321

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

The Definitive Resource for the Talent Development Profession The TDBoK™ Guide: Talent Development Body of Knowledge, second edition, is a comprehensive collection of TD concepts, definitions, methodologies, and examples that lays the foundation and guiding principles for those who develop talent in the workplace. Created by the Association for Talent Development (ATD), this reference sets the gold standard for the learning and talent development profession. The first iteration of the TDBok was made available in 2020 through an ATD subscription product. ATD is delighted to present this updated and revised edition in book format. Grounded in and offering a deep dive of ATD’s Talent Development Capability Model, the TDBoK Guide goes beyond the core foundational aspects of training and development and supports the approach that—to be most effective—TD professionals need to develop personal and professional capabilities to impact organizational capability. Covering the TD field’s 23 key disciplines (or capability areas), the TDBoK Guide is divided into three sections that align with the Capability Model’s three domains-personal, professional, and organizational. This second edition—developed by ATD in partnership with industry expert Elaine Biech—includes comprehensive updates based on feedback from the field, more than 100 subject matter expert contributors, and curated perspectives from thousands of publications. For those preparing to obtain certifications offered by ATD—ATD CI’s certification programs, the Associate Professional in Talent Development (APTD), or the Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD)—the TDBoK Guide also serves as a helpful resource for exam preparation. ATD’s TDBoK Guide is the differentiator for the field—a resource that every TD professional needs to grow in their careers, today and in the future.


Business Acumen for Strategic Communicators

Business Acumen for Strategic Communicators

Author: Matthew W. Ragas

Publisher: Emerald Group Publishing

Published: 2024-09-10

Total Pages: 305

ISBN-13: 1837970823

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

Drawing on Ragas and Culp’s prior books, this workbook offers hands-on learning opportunities to help put newly acquired business acumen knowledge into practice. Through briefs, exercises and discussion activities readers will learn to analyze and interpret key business materials produced by companies and nonprofits organizations.


What the CEO Wants You to Know

What the CEO Wants You to Know

Author: Ram Charan

Publisher: Crown

Published: 2001

Total Pages: 146

ISBN-13: 0609608398

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

A powerful lesson in what is really important in business, this remarkable book by an ultimate insider takes the lessons of the peddler and reveals how they can be used by the rest of us. Reminiscent of bestsellers such as "Who Moved My Cheese?" and" The One-Minute Manager, What the CEO Wants You to Know" is simple, direct, and of immense use to everyone in business.


ATD's Handbook for Talent Development and Training in Healthcare

ATD's Handbook for Talent Development and Training in Healthcare

Author: Jacque Burandt

Publisher: ASTD

Published: 2021-11-16

Total Pages: 602

ISBN-13: 9781952157561

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

Effective talent development is the thread that weaves through the entire healthcare organization to ensure it is up to standard with the latest practices in treating patients while providing a safe and engaging environment for staff. The ATD Talent Development and Training in Healthcare Handbook addresses the many opportunities and challenges talent development professionals face in the healthcare space. Maximize the impact of your work and improve your abilities to deliver the best care possible to your patients.


HR from the Outside In: Six Competencies for the Future of Human Resources

HR from the Outside In: Six Competencies for the Future of Human Resources

Author: David Ulrich

Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional

Published: 2012-07-20

Total Pages: 352

ISBN-13: 0071802673

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

“This definitive work on HR competencies provides ideas and tools that help HR professionals develop their career and make their organization effective.” —Edward E. Lawler III, Professor, University of Southern California “This book is a crucial blueprint of what it takes to succeed. A must have for every HR professional.” —Lynda Gratton, Professor, London Business School “One single concept changed the HR world forever: ‘HR business partner’. Through consistent cycles of research and practical application, Dave and his team have produced and update the most comprehensive set of HR competencies ever.” —Horacio Quiros, President, World Federation of People Management Associations "Packed with facts, evidence, and prescriptive advice. It is about being a business leader first, and an HR professional second.” —Randy MacDonald, Senior Vice President, Human Resources, IBM Corporation "The concepts and competencies presented in this book provide HR leaders with new insights." —Gina Qiao, Senior Vice President, HR Lenovo “Powerful, relevant and timely! Defines "new HR" in a pragmatic way. This book is a must for leaders and HR folks who seek to create sustainable competitive advantage.” —Satish Pradhan, Chief, Group Human Resources, Tata Sons Limited “You can’t argue with the data! This book is a definitive and practical guide to learning the HR competencies for success.” —John Lynch, Senior Vice President, HR, General Electric “A must read for any HR executive. This research-based competency model is particularly compelling because it is informed by the perspective of non-HR executives and stakeholders.” —Sue Meisinger, Distinguished speaker and author, former CEO of SHRM "Read this book for a unique long-term perspective on where HR competencies have brought us and must take us in future." —John Boudreau, Professor, University of Southern California and Research Director, Center for Effective Organizations