smith & beta

We design onboarding, training, digital transformation programs to meet the demands of 21c work. Talent readiness, assessment and strategy for tech, web3 & more

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Training isn’t failing because people don’t care. It’s failing because learning still lives outside the work. https://t.co/tzYU5NNYKK via @smithandbeta

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Want to push to bigger, bolder ideas in 2025? We all do, right? We don't just wake up and have bigger ideas one day, we work at it. We put the time in. We understand what it takes to get there. This topic is a HOT one for 2025 for teams wanting to push themselves and grow faster.

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Negotiation is key to closing sales. Right? Are we all naturally good negotiators? Definitely not. Your team needs to be able to navigate the complex balance between meeting client needs and achieving company goals. This workshop will get you there. #sales #growth #learning #team

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Some say the ability to tell a story is everything. Does your team have storytelling mastered? Do you feel confident going into the new year? Story is at the center of growth. Our agility to craft a story that moves customers to say yes can make all the difference. Let's go!

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The pitch is at the center of growth for companies. Whether you're demonstrating software or sharing big ideas in advertising, pitching must be perfect. But often teams have room to grow. Working on improved pitching fuels growth, we all know that "sales" teams can't sit still.

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2025 will definitely be a year for thinking on your feet. Is your team ready? This workshop is part of a series of topics focused on growth. Get in touch to hear more! #sales #growth #learning #team #workplace

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You know what to do. #vote

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A good article on failure and success --- why some succeed after failure and others do not. Is there a secret approach? What can we learn here?

https://t.co/GtnFl0EnqJ

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Do you have a learning plan for your team in 2025?

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Know your competitors.

This is what we get drilled into our head as #marketers, product and sales leaders. At S&B, we often ask clients what they know about how their competitors "train" their employees. This is a big tell. Who is actively investing in skill building?

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Budget season is in full swing for most of our clients. Where are you spending most of your time?

A. talking about who to hire
B. talking about how to develop who you've already hired

Want the top 5 tips on how to shift the budget conversation? Comment below for the summary

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Does your company focus on hiring vs developing employees? How about onboarding? If leaders shift their mindset to "learning" the impact on the bottom line is 🔥🔥.

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Building skills at work leads to business outcomes. Great article on the topic from MIT Sloan.
https://t.co/UbT8ybLvbr

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Save the "training" for the IBMs of the world. Learning at work should be connected, collaborative and creative. Or...employees with dismiss.

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Education costs business $$ and it is sooooo worth it.

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Yale University (1980s) ranked the smell of Crayola crayons as one of the most recognizable and nostalgic scents, particularly evoking memories of early school experiences and creativity.

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We had a great time at the CHIEF event discussing how to rethink (and build) a learning culture. What budget item represents your learning culture next year? Check out this quick summary of the session highlighting what was discussed! https://t.co/muHuxMBtQk

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In today’s rapidly evolving biz landscape, the role of L&D is more critical than ever. To stay competitive and adapt to future challenges, organizations must use learning as a strategic tool to align with business goals and drive innovation.

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Sometimes it feels like the week is neverending. Market shifts, layoff headlines, recession looming, election stress, more work than hours, etc. We get it. When things get difficult, companies that shift to prioritizing JOY and PLAY --- win. Employees need it. Leaders need it.