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Supercharge LinkedIn Learning’s career development features based on your organization’s job architecture and employee data Most organizations use Workday as their source of truth for role, skills, and employee data. With the Workday integration, you can sync job architecture and employee-level data from Workday to LinkedIn Learning.LinkedIn Learning’s Intelligent Talent Architecture solution is a Career Hub feature that helps organizations build, maintain, and activate their job and skills framework — all in one place. It ingests role data from an HCM/HRIS (via Workday integration) or CSV upload.With this integration, your talent architecture supercharges LinkedIn Learning's career development features—Role Guides, Next Role Explorer, and Career Goals—offering scalable, intelligent talent architecture customization and career development enablement. Real-time insights from over 1 billion members' roles help you refine recommendations and ensure learning pathways stay relevant, up-to-d

The moment is here - registration for Talent Connect 2025 is officially open, and attendance is free! Join us virtually from anywhere in the world - this is your chance to be part of the most anticipated event of the year.📺 Show DetailsEvent Dates: Week of October 20, 2025 Format: Global virtual broadcast Location: Online via LinkedInTalentConnect.com/show 👉 Register now to secure your spotTalent Connect is about possibility—turning bold ideas into real impact across hiring, learning & development, and the future of work. This year’s theme centers on strategic workforce planning, cultural leadership, and unlocking the power of AI.🎤 Major AnnouncementKeynote Speaker: Demi MooreIconic actor, activist, and storyteller, Demi Moore will headline the mainstage—bringing a powerful voice to a lineup of global thought leaders, visionary talent professionals, and trailblazing innovators.💡 What to ExpectBig Idea Sessions: Thought leadership with real-world takeaways Talent Spotlights: TED

 The rise of AI in recruiting isn’t just about efficiency—it’s about transformation.Organizations are leveraging AI to enhance quality of hire, embrace skills-based hiring, and empower recruiters to become true talent advisors. With data-driven insights and predictive decision-making, AI is shaping the future of work.Discover how AI is transforming recruitment, enabling professionals to focus on strategic tasks and enhancing efficiency. Learn how organizations are prioritizing quality hires and skills-based assessments in the evolving talent landscape.TL;DR🌐 AI is revolutionizing recruiting, empowering recruiters to focus on strategic tasks and enhance efficiency.📈 Adoption of AI tools in recruiting is on the rise, with organizations realizing significant time savings and efficiency improvements.🎯 Recruiters are evolving into talent advisors, blending AI skills with essential human abilities like relationship building and communication.💼 Employers are placing higher importance on h

 Because your brain deserves a little break… Hi Talent Community!Let’s be honest—by the time Friday rolls around, we could all use a little nudge to shift gears and ease into weekend mode. Inspired by this 🎥 quick Friday video from our CEO Ryan Roslansky on LinkedIn, we’re launching a light-hearted, low-stress, and just-for-fun ongoing post series to help do exactly that: 🧠✨ Fun Fact Friday (or whatever-day-we-feel-like-it)! Drop a fun fact that’s random, weird, delightful, or surprisingly educational. Maybe it’s work-related, others absolutely not (but please keep it professional!).Think: Why octopuses have three hearts 🐙 The most in-demand job skill in 2025 The country with more sheep than people Or even what flamingos and highlighters have in common 🦩 The goal? A shared smile, a tiny brain-boost, and maybe even an “I had no idea!” moment.👉 We’d love for you to join in! Drop your own favorite fun fact in the comments, or just react with the one that made your day.Happy Fri

 We’re thrilled to launch a brand-new Recruiter Onboarding hub in the Talent Community to help guide admins and users to get a jumpstart to finding and hiring quality talent faster! Here you’ll find an Admin Checklist and a User Checklist designed to streamline your journey, along with curated resources to learn, practice, and help you unlock the full potential of Recruiter. This Onboarding hub is a one-stop shop where you can:Take a Learning Center Course: Dive into structured lessons that will walk you through every feature of Recruiter. Register for Live Training: Join real-time sessions or watch them on-demand, so you can learn at your own pace. Learn from Best Practices: Discover proven strategies from other Recruiter users to maximize your success. Engage in the Community: Have questions? Connect with peers and experts in the Community, ask questions, and share best practices. Ready to get started? The Recruiter Onboarding hub is here to give you access to all the tools, tips, an

We’re thrilled to see our localized Community groups growing and thriving! These groups are designed to bring talent professionals together in their preferred language, creating spaces for meaningful discussions, shared learning, and local networking.By joining a localized group, you’ll gain access to:✅ Live, virtual events in your preferred language✅ Translated resources to support your work✅ Discussions with peers who understand your market and challengesThis year, we’re excited to bring even more opportunities to these groups, from expert-led conversations to regional insights that matter to you. Check out and join a group that fits your preferred language:📌 Grupo official (PT-BR)📌 DACH-Gruppe📌 La Communauté Francophone📌 Gruppo Ufficiale (Italiano)📌 Grupo Oficial (Español)📌 Dutch Language GroupNot sure which group is right for you? Explore all Community Groups.Let’s keep the conversation going—join a localized group today and connect with talent professionals in your preferred

 Is the solution to the skills crisis hiding in plain sight? The 2025 Workplace Learning Report is here, and our latest insights shows that nearly half L&D pros surveyed say they see a skills crisis, and uncovers fresh data on a classic concept - career development. What is the Workplace Learning Report?The Workplace Learning Report surveys Learning and Talent Development professionals around the globe to better understand the key trends shaping talent development strategy.In this report, we provide unique insights for talent leaders to elevate their influence and impact within their organizations and empower them to help their organizations build a resilient and adaptable future. The industry’s most anticipated report shares new evidence that organizations with robust career programs are better positioned to grow future-facing skills. In fact, they’re more likely to outpace others on multiple indicators of business success, including AI adoption.Nearly half of your peers in learni

Jumpstart your success with LinkedIn Recruiter & Jobs by participating in this virtual community group to ask questions, get product tips, and register for webinars all aimed at accelerating your hiring success with LinkedIn Recruiter & Jobs.Whether you’re new to LinkedIn Recruiter or looking to refine your skills, this group is designed to help you master the most effective ways to reach your hiring goals.Join and engage in this group to:Learn tips on running effective searches to find the best candidates faster Get skilled on sending personalized and engaging InMails to connect with the best candidates Ask questions and get answers from LinkedIn Subject Matter Experts Discuss and overcome challenges with help of your peers✅ Join the Community Group to jumpstart your success. 

If you’re recruiting for tech, you’ll know the demand for AI talent is skyrocketing. Some of the biggest players in tech are now on the lookout for professionals who can navigate the complexities of artificial intelligence and drive innovation in this exciting field. Whether you’re a recruiter or a hiring manager, understanding the key skills required for AI roles is crucial to finding the right candidates.Let’s explore the most sought-after skills in the AI job market, helping you identify and attract top talent in this growing field. Machine Learning (ML) Machine learning (ML) is at the core of AI, enabling systems to learn and improve from experience without explicit programming. This technology is crucial for developing predictive models, automating decision-making processes, and enhancing user experiences. Companies like Google, Amazon, and Facebook are heavily investing in ML talent to drive innovations in search algorithms, recommendation systems, and autonomous technologies. 🎯

Toyota Material Handling Europe logoToyota Material Handling Europe faced significant challenges in talent acquisition, particularly in sourcing and hiring candidates with specific competencies across unique geographies. By leveraging LinkedIn's new AI features within LinkedIn Recruiter, they transformed their recruitment process, making it more efficient and precise. This innovative approach helped them navigate the complex landscape of talent sourcing and acquisition, ultimately enhancing their recruitment efforts.As Victoria Östryd Söderlind @Victoria Söderlind, a senior leader at Toyota Material Handling Europe, stated,Doing a normal search before AI took upwards of 15 minutes. Now, with AI-Assisted Search, it takes about 30 seconds to get results. The time saved is tremendous. It is so much more convenient and easier doing it this way. Check out the full case study to learn more about how Toyota Material Handling Europe revolutionized their recruitment process with LinkedIn's AI t

Hiring around the world is sluggish — but internal mobility is on the rise. In today's rapidly evolving job market, staying ahead means understanding the latest trends and shifts. The LinkedIn Global Talent Trends Report offers invaluable data-driven insights into the changing world of work, highlighting key areas that talent leaders need to focus on to thrive in the age of AI. Key Highlights:Generative AI (GAI) and the Workforce: With the rise of GAI, companies are finding new ways to enhance productivity and innovation. About 80% of global executives see GAI as a tool to boost employee capabilities. Hiring Trends: While overall hiring rates have slowed, the tech industry is showing signs of recovery. ✨ Internal mobility is on the rise, with a 6% increase in employees taking new positions within the same company. Employee Values and Growth: The report emphasizes the importance of developing both AI-specific skills and innately human skills, such as creativity and adaptability. Why Thi

Did you know you can browse Learning Center resources by your Talent Goals? Whether you’re aiming to excel in Talent Acquisition or Learning & Development, our objective based learning paths are your roadmap to expertly navigating the most critical objectives in today’s talent landscape. 🎥 Check out this video to learn more: Objective Based Learning For L&D Professionals: You can now explore resources curated to achieve your goals with objective-based learning. Simply select the Learning Path below that best suits you and your organizations’ needs and dive into actionable insights, expert advice and practical resources.Develop Critical Skills3 Resources + Learning Assessment🔹 Objective: Identify in-demand skills needed for your organization and develop a unified strategy to upskill employees.​ Explore the Insights Page on LinkedIn Learning  Benchmark Against Peers  Explore Community-Based Learning on LinkedIn Learning hub   Develop Critical Skills Assessment🔹Improve Learner

Career-driven learning in an AI world: Discover LinkedIn Learning’s commitment to sharing talent development strategies for this next era. Talent development leaders are encountering unique challenges as AI transforms the workplace. By 2030, it’s estimated that job skills will evolve by 50% compared to 2016, with generative AI likely speeding this shift to 68%.*LinkedIn Learning is committed to supporting you through these transitions. As we’ve been expanding our product to include comprehensive career-driven learning, we’re also aiming to lead an ongoing conversation about the toughest challenges facing talent leaders today- and provide the resources to address them.The following five foundational topics are where we will start our journey together:Build skills faster: How can talent development upskill their people when those skills keep changing? Facilitate talent mobility: How is internal mobility working at organizations across the globe? Learn how to measure success: How can tale

 Did you know today, September 30, is International Podcast Day? Today is International Podcast Day—a day to celebrate the power of podcasts and the incredible voices behind them! 🎧International Podcast Day is a global event dedicated to the power and influence of podcasts. It encourages listeners, creators, and enthusiasts to celebrate the medium by sharing their favorite shows, hosting live events, or creating new content. The day also highlights the growth of podcasting as a platform for diverse voices, storytelling, education, and entertainment. It fosters connections between creators and listeners across the world, raising awareness of podcasting's impact on culture and communication. We know many of our community members are passionate podcasters, hosts, and guests who’ve shared valuable insights, stories, and expertise through this impactful medium. 🌍 Whether you’ve hosted your own podcast, been a guest on one, or have a favorite go-to podcast for inspiration, learning, or ent

 Save Time with AI-Assisted Help Whenever you need guidance, the new AI-Powered Help Assistant provides instant recommendations and support, saving you time and reducing the need for external assistance. AI-assisted help is a chat experience that provides you with self-service help about LinkedIn products. It can help you achieve your goals on LinkedIn more efficiently by:  Answering your questions quickly about LinkedIn products.  Providing you with a link to learn more about the answer.  Connecting you to a live agent for help with complex issues.How AI-assisted Help worksTo get support, type your question in the message field. After you ask your question, AI-assisted help will:  Answer your question by summarizing information from trusted LinkedIn sources, such as the LinkedIn Help Center.   Provide a link for more information about your answer or the topic.  Give you the option to speak to a live agent for more complex questions.If you need more information or would like to chat wi

Happy Global Talent Acquisition Day! 🎉Today, we celebrate the incredible professionals who shape the future of work—our Talent Acquisition (TA) experts. Whether you're sourcing stellar candidates, crafting the perfect job description, or building impactful relationships, your work is at the heart of every organization's success. Let's take a moment to appreciate you and all the talent pros who make a difference every day. Here are some fun facts, insights, and inspirational quotes to celebrate your role (🙌🏼 thanks ChatGPT!!):🌟 Fun Facts About Talent Acquisition 1. The Origin of the Role: Talent Acquisition as a distinct function became prominent in the early 2000s, evolving from traditional recruiting. It reflects a more strategic approach focused on long-term talent planning, branding, and candidate experience.2. Data-Driven Decisions: A recent LinkedIn survey found that 70% of TA professionals say data is the top trend shaping the future of recruiting. From predictive analytics t

Hey Community!Interested in sharing your perspective with peers through a Community article written by members, for members? Our Peer Perspective articles are a space to exchange real-world insights, lessons learned, and practical takeaways with fellow talent professionals.If you have experience, ideas, or approaches that could help others in the Community, we would love to hear from you. This is your chance to contribute meaningful thought leadership, spark conversation, and add your voice to the collective knowledge of the Talent Community.Take a step toward becoming a recognized voice in the Talent Community ⭐️ by authoring a Peer Perspective article and earn some LinkedIn swag along the way.Peer Perspectives - Member Authored Articles Peer Perspectives are something NEW! 🎉 we are kicking off as the Community moves into its second year, and the Community has grown with so many talented, insightful, inspirational members like you. These are a way for you to share your expertise and

 As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to evolve, its influence on the workplace is becoming increasingly profound. AI is no longer just a tool for automating tedious tasks; it is a powerful catalyst for transforming career development and learning within organizations. Companies that leverage AI to enhance employee growth, engagement, and organizational success are positioning themselves to thrive in the future of work. This article explores how AI can drive career development and why it’s essential for companies to adopt a holistic approach that prioritizes continuous learning and employee well-being. According to LinkedIn’s 2024 Workplace Learning Report, 80% of employees express a desire to learn how to use AI in their professions. This surge in interest underscores the critical need for companies to integrate AI-driven career development initiatives. As AI automates routine tasks, the demand for higher-level skills such as creativity, critical thinking, and domain expertise wi

The skills required for the average job will change by 65% by 2030. So what are the most in-demand hard and soft skills in the current job market for professionals looking to advance in their careers? How can individuals develop these skills to stay competitive in the workforce? A recent LinkedIn study found that 9 out of 10 global executives agree that soft skills (aka “human” or “durable” skills are more important than ever. Communication, customer service, and leadership continue to be business-critical skills in the age of AI. And other emerging skills like problem-solving and research showcase the importance of upskilling, reskilling, and adapting to a changing world of work.Stay on top of the most in-demand skills, shifting trends, plus learn why generative AI is making adaptability and agility more important than ever inside the latest edition of LinkedIn’s Most In-Demand Skills. 🔗 Check out the Talent Blog article for the full list of skills that will strengthen your teams and

Don’t miss this new framework for AI upskilling. We’ve all read about AI in the news, and some orgs are already adopting new tools powered by this technology. But wherever your org is on its AI journey, LinkedIn Learning has the right content to help you succeed at every level.The 2024 Annual Work Trend Index by Microsoft and LinkedIn underscores the vital role of AI in today's workplace. With 75% of knowledge workers already utilizing AI and 79% of leaders recognizing its significance, the need for AI skills is clear. However, 60% of leaders are concerned about their organizations lacking a clear AI implementation plan.LinkedIn introduces a new framework for AI upskilling to address this gap, emphasizing continuous learning. This five-level framework caters to different AI proficiency levels across roles, from foundational to specialized expertise.Over 50 LinkedIn Learning courses are now freely available until July 8, 2024, covering various AI topics and guiding implementation of the

💻 Maximizing Recruiting Efficiency: Streamline and Optimize with Enhanced AI Check out this on-demand Learning Center course to learn how LinkedIn's latest features, powered by AI, can help you simplify the recruitment process, optimize job posts, and attract top talent more efficiently. You will also see integrations that can enhance your hiring efficiency and provide a better candidate experience.These videos will explore:AI-Assisted Messages enhancements AI-Assisted Job Posting updates Jobs integration updates Have a first look at the Admin Center📌 Find this course and other helpful resources like tip sheets and tutorials, as well live and recorded webinars designed to help you get the most out of the latest product enhancements in the Learning Center.