Speexx People Development Blog:
News & Articles for HR- and L&D Specialists

-- Explore the Future of People Development on our blog about Leadership, Coaching, Language Training, and related Career Development Topics --

Speexx BlogTarek Barakat

Welcome to our dedicated hub for thought leadership and innovative practices in people development. At Speexx, our commitment to fostering professional growth through our award-winning SaaS B2B platform shines in every article and interview we share. Whether you’re seeking to enhance corporate language training, explore business coaching, or mentoring: our blog is your gateway to the latest in leadership news, HR trends, and employee engagement strategies. Since we focus on people development, you will also find blogposts about remote work, lifelong learning, employer branding, Learning and Development, people analytics, skill development and talent management.

Address the Human Factor in Digital Transformation

By Armin Hopp|

HR thought-leaders from across the world came together for a day of inspiration dedicated to discussing digital transformation and the human factor. Through best practice examples as well as reality check sessions throughout the day, we looked at how to challenge and overcome the barriers L&D still faces and what is it we need to do today to prepare for 2018?

What Are the Most Powerful Languages for Business?

By Andreas Urban|

Why business language matters - Before moving into new markets, L&D needs to consider whether their staff are equipped to deal with a new set of languages and cultural norms. Modern cities aren’t mono- or even bilingual anymore.

The Speexx Exchange Agenda 2017

By Lucia Alexandra Scurei|

Speexx has confirmed this year's Speexx Exchange agenda for the annual conference which will discuss topical issues on e-learning and talent management practices. During Speexx Exchange, up to 150 global HR and talent management delegates across 15 countries will meet in Berlin, Germany at the Hotel Intercontinental on Wednesday 6 December 2017, on the eve of Online Educa.

Digital Transformation in Berlin

By Lucia Alexandra Scurei|

In 2015, Berlin was designated the fastest growing hub in the world for new companies, with companies like SoundCloud and Foodpanda expanding into the global market with seemingly lightning speed. As we prepare to head to the German capital for our upcoming Speexx conference on December 6, let’s take a look at some of the reasons why Berlin is an exciting place to be today.

Do Soft Skills Still Matter?

By Lucia Alexandra Scurei|

If global processes are being shaped by technology advancement, how important will communication and interpersonal skills still be? Richard Cannane - Global Training & Development Manager at Trafigura - comments on the soft skills needs at his organization.