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In today's rapidly evolving job market, the skills employees possess must align with the demands of their roles. However, as industries undergo technological advancements and market shifts, a discrepancy often arises between existing skills and those required for current job roles creating a skills gap placing an increased need for mentoring and coaching culture in organisations. To address this skills gap and ensure continued success, businesses must prioritise upskilling and reskilling initiatives as part of their coaching and mentoring strategy. Upskilling involves enhancing existing skill sets to meet evolving job requirements, while reskilling entails equipping employees with entirely new skills to adapt to changing roles or industry trends. Key Strategies for Effective Upskilling and Reskilling: 1. Skill Gap Analysis: Execute comprehensive evaluations to identify deficiencies and prioritise development areas within the workforce. 2. Personalised Learning Pathways: Design individualised learning trajectories that align with each employee's specific needs, preferences, and career goals. 3. Technology Integration for Training: Adopt digital platforms and e-learning tools to offer versatile and accessible training solutions, accommodating various learning preferences. 4. Promoting a Culture of Continuous Learning: Encourage a workplace ethos of ongoing professional development, motivating employees to seek advancement opportunities and share insights. 5. Continuous Programme Evaluation: Systematically assess the impact of upskilling and reskilling efforts, adjusting strategies based on participant feedback and performance indicators. 6. Strategic Importance of Upskilling and Reskilling: Investing in the continuous development of employees not only equips them to navigate the evolving business landscape but also secures the organisation's competitive edge and sustainable success. In our webinar, Full Potential coaches and experienced HR professionals will share best practice and lessons learned. We know that great leaders and managers coach and empower others. They inspire people, support, and challenge them to deliver results that surpass expectations. We’ll explore not only how to scale purposeful coaching and mentoring, but how to ensure people drive sustainable behaviour change, making development more personalised, relevant, and impactful than ever before. Register now: https://lnkd.in/ex4rt-7C #Upskilling #Reskilling #ProfessionalDevelopment #FutureOfWork #LearningAndDevelopment #SkillsGap #EmployeeEngagement

We're honored to be featured in People Management magazine! 🌟 Our recent survey at Visier revealed that only 38% of employees are interested in becoming people managers, with increased pressure and long hours being major deterrents. Additionally, there's often a significant gap between a manager's self-assessment and their team's perception, as highlighted by a Gallup study. L&D programs can address these challenges by training more managers, but sometimes they focus on the wrong things. Andrea Derler, Ph.D., our Principal of Research and Customer Value, says it's essential for organizations to adopt a data-informed approach to their L&D initiatives to ensure that they are not only aligned with the business strategy but are also tailored to develop the necessary skills for future success. Read more of her thoughts on how L&D teams can make this happen in the article below 👇 Thank you People Management for spotlighting us in this important discussion. 🙌 #learninganddevelopment #datadrivenhr #hrstrategy #management

The importance of continuous learning is evident in the success of thriving businesses; it’s one thing that remains constant. As business landscapes continue to change we must adapt and make the necessary changes to meet the needs of the market. As an HR Consultant, I have the privilege of supporting leaders in the transformative work of developing and maintaining workplace cultures where learning is not just encouraged but celebrated as a cornerstone of success. Why does it matter? 📚 1️⃣ Psychological Safety: When employees feel safe to admit they don't know something and have a supportive environment to learn, magical things happen. Psychological safety cultivates trust, openness, and collaboration, fostering a culture where individuals feel empowered to take risks, innovate, and grow. 2️⃣ Transparent Leadership: True leadership isn't about having all the answers – it's about being willing to admit when you don't and inviting others to help find solutions together. By demonstrating transparency and vulnerability, leaders create a culture where learning becomes a shared journey, driving collective growth and success. 3️⃣ Improved Team Dynamics: In a culture of continuous learning, teams become more adaptable, resilient, and cohesive. By embracing new knowledge and skills, team members can overcome challenges more effectively, drive innovation, and achieve extraordinary results. As an HR Consultant, I support leaders in creating psychologically safe workplaces, transforming cultures, and improving team dynamics. My expertise lies in designing initiatives that foster a culture of continuous learning, where every individual feels valued, empowered, and inspired to reach their full potential. Leaders, if you're seeking to drive positive change in your HR operations and cultivate a workplace where learning thrives, look no further. Let's collaborate to build a future where continuous learning isn't just a goal – it's a way of life. Reach out to me today, and together, let's unlock the full potential of your organization. 💼✨ Click the link to book a call https://lnkd.in/g6VRXzmC #ContinuousLearning #PsychologicalSafety #TransparentLeadership #HRConsultant #WorkplaceCulture #TeamDynamics #LeadershipDevelopment #Transformation #Empowerment #BusinessSuccess #Collaboration #Innovation #RanadaRetainsTalent #Healthcare #Manufacturing #FinancialServices #ChangeManagement #OrganizationalDevelopment

✨ 3 Reasons Your Managers Need Training ✨ 💼 Training is essential for retention – An employee’s view of the organization they work for is largely formed by their direct manager. For this reason, ensuring that managers are trained in a variety of skills is important. Training is even more essential to the manager who has recently been promoted up through the ranks and now has direct reports that were recently peers. Training is essential to create employee satisfaction and it ultimately leads to higher retention for your organization. 💼 Generational differences among your employees – As the work environment continues to change, some organizations fail to provide training that addresses these very needs. A manager who has had specific training on generational and cultural differences can bridge the gap between any potential issues that may arise. 💼 Mentorship of other managers – It’s always nice to have a person that you can bounce ideas off of. Some studies have shown that only half of all managers have a mentor to help guide them as they grow and develop in the workplace. It appears we are putting managers in a position where their role is to motivate and coach people, yet we are not always giving them the proper tools or training needed. Make sure your managers are currently engaged with working alongside a mentor. Did you know that Daeco HR offers leadership and management training? Our team has developed customized and simple workshops and guidebooks to help you ensure that your managerial staff are getting the proper training to help your organization prosper. To learn more, get in touch with our HR experts today! 💻https://lnkd.in/d6hmZn7 . #DaecoHR #ManagerTraining #LeadershipTraining #YEGHR #SaskHR

Is 'upskilling managers' at the top of your priorities in L&D? How do you equip your managers with the people management skills they need today - even if they think they don't need them! It's a topic that Catherine de Salvo examines in our blog this month - take a look and see if you agree with her. #upskilling #managementdevelopment https://lnkd.in/gFSbQRKx

Great leaders understand the enormous value of ongoing training and development for employees. However, when markets are not cooperating causing expenses to be high, and internal factors such as the slipping of corporate culture causing attrition, it can be quite hard to justify the cost of outside trainers. The true value of training and development goes beyond fixing problems as an immediate need and supports a greater mission statement over time. The goal is to positively affect the overall performance of staff through their development not only as professionals but also as people. Evolution of talent is more about the prevention of future problems by getting ahead of them and creating thought leaders that provide unprecedented support across all departments.   Do you support ongoing training and development? Share a success story!!!  Brian Butler

How can Learning and Development teams ensure that we treat the problem rather than the symptoms to generate meaningful results? What does the customer want? What does the customer really need? Let's talk performance consulting and how it helps L&D to: ✅️ Ensure strategic alignment ✅️ Engage stakeholders as a critical friend ✅️ Embrace collaborative, evidence based analysis ✅️ Embody a positive, inclusive learning culture ✅️ Enhance skills and improve performance Benefits of adopting and embracing a performance consulting approach include: Tailored Learning Initiatives 💡 Aligning learning with organisational goals means relevant skills development 💡 Addressing specific team challenges is more likely to lead to improved performance and effectiveness Stakeholder Collaboration 🤝 Engagement takeholders provides valuable insights, enabling L&D teams to deliver impactful learning and performance interventions 🤝 Direct involvement in the development process fosters a sense of ownership and commitment to team and organisatonal success Contextual Problem Solving 🎯 Identification and resolution of organisational pain points leads to more targeted and effective learning and performance solutions 🎯 Addressing contextual challenges improves team dynamics, reducing frustration and boosting morale Increased Employee Engagement 📈 Tailored initiatives create a sense of ownership, increasing employee engagement with learning, skills development, and performance improvement 📈 Engaged employees are more motivated and productive, reducing managerial challenges Proactive Problem Identification 🔍Performance consulting facilitates early identification of skill gaps, allowing proactive solutions to be developed 🔍Anticipating challenges helps managers address issues before they escalate, promoting smoother team operations Improved Leadership Development 🚀 Designing programmes addressing leadership pain points enhances the overall leadership development strategy 🚀 Access to targeted leadership development equips managers with the skills to navigate challenges effectively Enhanced Team Collaboration 🤝 Programmes and initiatives designed with a focus on collaboration foster a culture of teamwork 🤝 Improved collaboration within the team supports efficiency gains and a more cohesive work environment Adapting To Changing Business Needs 🔄 Agility and iteration in learning initiatives ensures adaptability to evolving business requirements (think Minimum Viable Product (MVP)) 🔄 Ability to quickly upskill teams in response to changing demands, enhancing overall team resilience What other benefits can you think of? #PerformanceConsulting #LearningAndDevelopment #StrategicTransformation Photo by Diva Plavalaguna: https://lnkd.in/e94Bc8Fe

How easy are you to coach? Let's learn to learn again ⚡️🚀 Leaders who are coachable are 4x times more likely to be rated as highly effective, with employee engagement scores three times higher and productivity and promotability ratings 20 times higher ✅ Read our latest leadership column in Institute for Supply Management magazine 'Inside Supply Management' to learn more ⤵️ With Mandy Flint #Leadership #EQ #Leadershipdevelopment

Ongoing investment in your people can be your best competitive advantage in many cases. Stagnation and showing a lack of interest in career development can lead to both attrition of top talent and lack of engagement in general. Great thoughts Don Wilson.