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Educate 360 Acquires TRACOM®, Expanding Leadership Development and Assessment Capabilities

[Boston, MA, May 2, 2025] – Educate 360, a leading provider of professional training and skill development solutions, is pleased to announce the acquisition of TRACOM®, a pioneer in social intelligence and leadership assessments. This strategic move strengthens Educate 360’s position as a premier provider of leadership development, enhancing its ability to help organizations build high-performing teams through scientifically backed assessments and training programs.

TRACOM Selected for 2025 Leadership Training Companies Watch List

TRACOM is pleased to be selected for the 2025 Leadership Training Companies Watch List by Training Industry. This list spotlights the work and effort of emerging providers that stand out for their thorough analysis of capabilities, experience and expertise of leadership development in the training industry. We couldn’t be more proud to be recognized, for the sixth year in a row, as a company that serves leaders all over the world. Thank you!

Don’t Write Off Gen Z Workers

According to a survey, many leaders cite communication, problem solving, creativity, collaboration, adaptability and conflict resolution as key areas where young professionals struggle. While these skills may not come naturally to every new employee, there’s good news—soft skills can be taught, and training in these areas is highly effective.

Lacking Soft Skills? You’re Fired!

Employers are increasingly firing Gen Z graduates just months after hiring them due to concerns about their lack of motivation, professionalism, and communication skills. A recent survey revealed that 60% of bosses have let go of some Gen Z employees, with over half of hiring managers believing that new graduates are unprepared for the demands of the workplace. These challenges have led to frustration among companies, many of whom are considering avoiding hiring fresh graduates altogether in this next upcoming year.

Emotional Intelligence Drives Lifelong Success

A groundbreaking 40-year study from Dunedin, New Zealand, tracked over 1,000 kids for decades to uncover the most important factors for raising successful, well-adjusted children. In the article, Scientists Tracked 1,000 Kids for 40 Years. This Was the No. 1 Predictor of Financial Success by Jessica Stillman, the research explored various aspects of development, from family dynamics to mental health and socioeconomic background. One of the most striking findings was that emotional intelligence (EQ) is the strongest predictor of future financial success.

OnDemand Webinar: The Trouble with Task-Oriented People – When Productivity Stops Being Productive

Task-oriented individuals bring focus, efficiency, and results-driven energy to the workplace, but their approach can sometimes clash with the needs of people-oriented team members who prioritize relationships and collaboration. This webinar provides insights for people-oriented people to work more effectively with task-oriented colleagues, while also providing task-oriented individuals with greater self-awareness about how their behavior impacts others. Together, we explore strategies to bridge these differences, improve collaboration, and achieve greater success.

Beyond Technical Skills: The Power of EQ and Resilience

Mastering technical skills alone is no longer enough. You might have all the knowledge to perform your role well, but without soft skills, your technical expertise could be undervalued. Numerous studies have shown that a lack of soft skills—like Emotional Intelligence (EQ) and Resilience—can limit your opportunities for advancement and impact your overall career success.f

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