Welcome to Smarter Learning for Today’s Workplace — a weekly look ahead from HRKyle Services highlighting live training opportunities, on-demand learning from our growing library, and additional resources designed to help workplaces learn and adapt - from the top training providers in a cost-effective format. Inside, you’ll find what’s available over the next three weeks, along with links to learn more and reserve your spot where applicable.
A Note from Kyle...
A lot of what I’ve been talking about lately with leaders comes down to one thing — making the right decisions when the situation isn’t always clear.
Whether it’s navigating FMLA, handling performance concerns, making hiring decisions, or figuring out how AI fits into the workplace, these aren’t everyday situations. But when they do come up, they matter.
What I’ve seen over time is that organizations don’t struggle because they don’t care — they struggle because they haven’t had the chance to build the clarity and confidence needed ahead of time.
That’s where learning comes in. The more prepared leaders and teams are, the more consistent and confident those decisions become.
Looking Ahead: Live Training Coming Up
A forward look at upcoming opportunities to strengthen your team and stay ahead of workplace challenges.
Many of the sessions listed below are eligible for HRCI and/or SHRM continuing education credits. Please review each registration page for eligibility details.
Partner: LearnFormula
Use code KYLEPATRICKSMITH30 for 30% off.
The LF sessions are eligible for both HRCI and SHRM CEUs.
April 17 | 12:00 PM EST
95% Rule — Leading With Trust, Not Fear
This session explores how leaders can focus on the vast majority of employees who want to do the right thing, building trust, accountability, and stronger team performance.
April 27 | 2:00 PM EST
Managing Unsatisfactory Performance
Learn how to address performance issues effectively, provide clear feedback, and take appropriate action to improve outcomes.
Partner: Simpliv
April 7 | 12:00 PM ET
Mental Health at Work: What Every Employee Needs to Know
This session highlights the role mental health plays in workplace performance and provides practical strategies employees can use to manage stress and maintain well-being.
Partner: LawTrainings
April 1 | 12:00 PM ET
The Legal and Ethical Use of AI in HR
This session focuses on how organizations can use AI responsibly while navigating legal and ethical considerations.
April 15 | 12:00 PM ET
Hire Smart, Hire Safe: Legal & Ethical Hiring Practices for Today’s Workplace
A practical session focused on conducting effective and compliant hiring practices in today’s workplace.
MasterLearning (HRCI CEU Eligible)
April 1 | 1:00 PM EDT
Performance Management Is Killing Performance — Here's the Fix
This session examines why traditional performance management systems often fall short and what organizations can do to build systems that actually improve performance.
April 7 | 1:00 PM EDT
How to Deal with Toxic Management at Work
Learn how to navigate toxic leadership situations, establish boundaries, and maintain professionalism while contributing to a healthier work environment.
April 8 | 1:00 PM EDT
Managing Challenging Situations as a Supervisor
This session focuses on how supervisors can effectively handle difficult workplace situations and maintain team performance.
April 9 | 1:00 PM EDT
Leveraging Technology to Empower HR Teams and Drive Success
Explore how technology and AI tools can be used to improve HR effectiveness and support better organizational outcomes.
April 14 | 1:00 PM EDT
Managing Unsatisfactory Performance
Learn how to address performance concerns effectively and take appropriate action to improve outcomes.
April 16 | 1:00 PM EDT
95% Rule — Leading With Trust, Not Fear
This session explores how leaders can build trust and accountability by focusing on employees who consistently want to do the right thing.
From the Training Library: On-Demand Learning
Not every learning opportunity fits neatly into a scheduled session — and that’s where the HRKyle Services On-Demand Training Platform becomes incredibly valuable.
Our library gives individuals and organizations immediate access to high-quality training developed by nationally recognized providers, with content used by companies around the world. These are practical, real-world courses designed to help teams navigate the kinds of challenges they’re facing every day — from leadership and communication to compliance, safety, and workplace culture.
Most courses are built to meet federal requirements and commonly mandated state regulations, helping organizations not only develop their people, but also strengthen compliance and reduce risk in a meaningful way.
Training is available across key areas including Cybersecurity Compliance, Financial Compliance, Food & Alcohol, HIPAA Compliance, HR Compliance, OSHA Compliance, Professional Development, Transportation Compliance, along with a growing collection of HRKyle Online Courses focused on leadership, workforce transitions, and career development.
Courses are self-paced, available immediately, and typically priced at $24.99 or less, making it an incredibly cost-effective way to build capability across your team without delays, long-term commitments, or complicated rollout.
If you’re looking for a practical way to stay ahead — this is one of the simplest places to start.
Most Popular Training This Week — And Why
FMLA: Everything You Need to Know
One of the most accessed courses in the HRKyle Services training library this week focuses on a topic that continues to create confusion and risk for many organizations: the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).
This course provides a clear, practical breakdown of FMLA requirements, helping HR professionals and leaders understand eligibility, employee rights, employer responsibilities, and how to manage leave situations appropriately. It’s designed to take a complex and often misunderstood topic and make it easier to apply in real workplace scenarios.
FMLA issues don’t come up every day — but when they do, they matter. Having a strong understanding in place ahead of time can help organizations avoid costly mistakes and ensure employees are treated fairly and consistently.
This course is priced at $9.95 per license.
As a subscriber to this newsletter, you can receive 10% off using code HRKYLE10.
A Final Thought
Most of the decisions that cause problems at work don’t seem like a big deal in the moment. It’s usually a small choice, made without enough context, that turns into something bigger later.
Taking the time to build understanding now — through training, conversation, and shared expectations — makes those moments a lot easier to handle when they come up.
If your organization is looking to strengthen decision-making through custom training, feel free to reach out anytime.
Until next week...Happy Easter and Happy Training!
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