Yoodli Named to TIME's Best Inventions List
Yoodli, an AI platform for human skills, has been recognized by TIME magazine as one of the Best Inventions of 2026. The platform helps individuals measurably improve their professional skills.
Seattle, WA – Yoodli, the AI Platform for Human Skills, has been named to TIME's 2026 list of the Best Inventions. The recognition highlights Yoodli's innovative approach to developing professional skills in the workplace, utilizing realistic AI practice, real-time feedback, and measurable outcomes.
TIME's list features 300 extraordinary innovations changing lives. Yoodli was selected for its ability to help individuals measurably improve their career skills. Co-founders Varun Puri and Esha Joshi emphasize the importance of communication skills and learning speed in an AI-first world, with Yoodli aiming to support professionals in their growth.
Yoodli's platform offers five core capabilities: Yoodli Roleplays (realistic role-playing scenarios grounded in an organization's context), Yoodli Personas (AI experts), Yoodli Create (personalized learning journeys), Yoodli Coach (real-time coaching within the workflow), and Yoodli Measure (tracking skill attainment). These tools enable skill development directly within the work environment and provide leaders with proof of learning impact.
The recognition marks a significant milestone for Yoodli, whose clientele includes major tech firms like Google and Snowflake, as well as public sector organizations. The company has expanded its offerings to include onboarding, certifications, and AI tool enablement training.