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.

DEI Culture at Speexx: A View from Inside

By Speexx Blog Team|

We invited three Speexxies to share their thoughts on the DEI culture at Speexx; each was asked the same five questions and spoke candidly about their feelings and ideas on this very topical subject. We hope you enjoy the interviews as much as we did.

Manifestation – The Secret to Success?

By Arlo Tickner|

Manifestation is now officially a thing: the hashtag #Manifestation has been viewed more than 37 billion times on TikTok. It is rooted in the idea of using thoughts, beliefs, and actions to attract and achieve your goals and desires. In this article, we´ll take look at the different forms of manifestation, how they work, and how they apply in the context of professional success. Whether you´re an entrepreneur, manager, or someone who simply wants to achieve their professional goals, manifestation can be a powerful tool that helps you unlock your potential and give life to your dreams.

The ROI of Multilingualism: Unlocking the Power of Multilingual Employees

By Speexx Blog Team|

In today's globalized business landscape, multilingual employees have become an invaluable asset for organizations keen to leverage international markets. This specialized skill set goes beyond simply knowing another language: it can have a direct impact on a company's success. But how valuable is this skill exactly? And is it possible to measure the return on investment (ROI) of an organization´s multilingual employees? In this article we explore the ROI of multilingualism and how leveraging the skills of multilingual employees can contribute to your organization’s growth, as well as giving it a competitive edge.

How to Measure the Success of Your Training Programs: Success Metrics and Trends

By Speexx Blog Team|

What are the right success metrics in human resource development? Every company strives for success, no question, but how can it be measured? In order to measure the success of training and development programs, it is first necessary to define what 'success' means in the context of the organization. In this article, you will learn which success metrics are particularly suitable and why education control is so important.

Online Coaching: Professional Development at Scale With a Personal Coach

By Speexx Blog Team|

In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, professional development and upskilling is essential for individuals and organizations to stay competitive. One powerful tool that has gained significant popularity is Online Coaching. Read more about how Online Coaching can increase the performance, happiness and retention of your employees!

The Unexpected Benefits of a Fake Commute

By Sarah Voigt|

While many people have regarded the daily commute to work as a pain, studies have shown that the trip to and from the office actually has its share of benefits. Read on to see why it might be worth considering creating your own “fake commute.”

“Be a Goldfish” – Why Ted Lasso is the Ultimate Leader

By Speexx Blog Team|

Ted Lasso, the popular and critically acclaimed television show, follows the story of an American football coach, played by Jason Sudeikis, who is hired to manage an English Premier League football team. The show has captured the hearts of audiences around the world with its humour, warmth and powerful lessons about leadership. Take a closer look at the philosophy of the show's protagonists (with a few quotes from the man himself), analyse why Ted Lasso is the ultimate leader and how HR and L&D professionals can learn from his unique leadership style.