Employee development offers significant advantages for both employees and the organization as a whole. Here’s how investing in your workforce can lead to long-term success: 1. Boosting Productivity By providing training and development opportunities, employees gain new skills and knowledge, allowing them to tackle tasks more effectively. This translates to increased productivity and efficiency as …
Training for the sake of training is not a good investment of the time, energy or money we put into the creation of a training program. It is important to measure the outcomes of training, but it can be challenging to find the most effective way to do so. Consider the training type If your …
As an experienced Talent Development professional, you are likely familiar with the concept of “smile sheets” or reaction surveys used to gauge participants’ immediate feedback after a learning or development activity. These surveys typically ask participants to rate their satisfaction with the content, facilitator, and overall experience. While smile sheets are often criticized for only …
When organizations invest in training programs, they often expect to see rapid and tangible changes in their people and culture. However, achieving sustainable progress is not always a linear process, and managing the bumps along the way is essential for success.
As the nature of work and learning continues to evolve rapidly, organizations are reevaluating their L&D programs, often shifting away from traditional in-person training. To ensure the success of these programs, engaging employees in the redesign process is essential. In this post, we will explore some effective strategies to generate valuable feedback and support the …
Developing employees has numerous long-term benefits for both the employees themselves and the organization as a whole. Here are four ways in which investing in employee development can pay off big in the long run: 1. Increased productivity When employees receive training and development opportunities, they acquire new skills and knowledge that can enhance their …
The benefits of virtual programming are plenty: convenience, less cost due to travel, etc. But does virtual training really work? Can it provide a quality participant experience and the same knowledge transfer as in-person programming? Today, Matt discusses this topic and what we’ve learned throughout the evolution of “virtual.” To see some virtual training in …
We have often been asked when starting a partnership with a company that’s new to leadership training, “Who should we invite to take part in training?” Our short answer: everyone. This week on the blog, Melissa Goltra talks about three reasons that you should create an inclusive culture for leadership development training within your organization.
Training for the sake of training is not a good investment of the time, energy or money we put into the creation of a training program. It is important to measure the outcomes of training, but it can be challenging to find the most effective way to do so. Read on to discover the best …