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How to Make Learning and Development Programs Enticing
Workplaces are currently facing a variety of challenges. One of the most pressing concerns is employee voluntary resignation; many entry-level, retail and hospitality workers are quitting in record numbers. However, this problem is affecting virtually every industry.
Certain employers are combatting this trend by emphasizing how much value they can bring to their workers beyond a simple paycheck. For some workplaces, these efforts entail promoting career growth with learning and development (L&D) solutions.
Yet, an L&D program will only succeed if employees are eager to participate. This article outlines how employers can prioritize L&D efforts without compromising productivity.
A quality L&D program promotes a growth mindset and an independent pursuit for knowledge. In other words, these programs can allow employers to cultivate an environment that helps support employees on their learning journeys. When employees don't have development and career advancement opportunities, they may feel unchallenged or unmotivated in their roles.
L&D efforts have the ability to be a powerful attraction and retention tool for organizations, but also offer other benefits. These efforts can positively impact workplaces by:
While L&D programs have been shown to benefit organizations and their workers, they can only do so when implemented effectively.
Simply having L&D programs in place isn't enough to guarantee success; employees must also want to participate in these initiatives. After all, workers will still be responsible for their day-to-day duties. Therefore, L&D efforts must be attractive and useful enough to garner employees' voluntary interests.
Below are some ways employers can help foster successful L&D solutions:
The above tips can help employers establish L&D programs that may work for their employees, but they are only a starting point. Ultimately, employers will need to settle on L&D initiatives that resonate the most with their workers' unique needs and interests.
Pursuing L&D efforts can be a worthwhile endeavor for employers and employees alike. Amid the current job market, it can also be a powerful attraction and retention tool.
Reach out to ThinkTank Insurance Partners for additional workplace guidance.
Marty Thomas
Marty has spent most of the last 20 years developing software in the marketing space and creating pathways for software systems to talk to each other with high efficiency. He heads our digital marketing efforts as well as oversees any technology implementations for our clients. As a partner, Marty is also responsible for internal systems in which help our team communicates with each other and our clients.