Factors that Influence
- Tenure and experience levels
- Type of Job or Role
- Availability of career development opportunities
Offers Necessary Training to do my Job Well
Offers Necessary Training to do my Job Well
Background Information
This theme measures the level of satisfaction employees have with the training available to them.
Though the wording is specific to their current job, the results can also reflect the general level of satisfaction with the training and development programs at an organization.
Results can be compared with Over the past year, I’ve had the opportunity to learn and grow to gain insight into the perceived quality and effectiveness of staff development programs.
Why is this Important?
Employees are more likely to feel valued when they are provided with training and career development opportunities. This results in increased staff commitment and reduction in employee turnover.
Strong results in this area mean that investments in training and development are being recognized by staff and are having a positive impact on their performance.
Meanwhile, poor results suggest that more investment is needed or that staff believe current training and development programs are not having an adequate impact.
Recommended Action Items
Consider implementing the following action items as part of your personalized strategy to improve the level of employee engagement within your team.
Focus on Onboarding
For many employees, their most direct and impactful experience with employee training will be during their onboarding. Invest in an organized process with well-defined takeaways to make a positive impression on employees from day one.
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Make it Small & Make Time for it
Staff often feel pressed for time and do not prioritize training. Requisite skills can quickly change in today’s marketplace, diminishing the return of large training initiatives. Initiate a routine that dedicates small blocks of time to deliver specific skills training to create a culture of continuous learning.
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Formulate a Strategic Development Plan
Develop training programs that can optimally increase the organization’s capacities as well as for areas needed for growth and efficiency. Employees often have a good idea of what their skill deficits are. Encouraging their input in a development plan will help align employee goals with the organization’s and lead to enhanced participation.
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Get Managers Involved
Managers have a good understanding of what skills their teams need to develop and may even be best positioned to provide that training. It is important to monitor employee performance and provide feedback on a routine basis. Linking part of a manager’s evaluation to team training and development encourages active involvement in these practices.
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