Training Portal
Developing Others
Most people want to grow and develop. Some see it as a means to earn more, others the chance to have a more interesting and varied work life or the opportunity to take on new challenges, but whilst there will always be people who don’t want to learn, for most the opportunity to grow and develop is welcomed. Likewise, businesses need people to develop as the nature of the business and the roles within it change and new challenges present themselves. To be good at developing people takes time and effort, so if you have a responsibility for people you need to play an active part and make their development a priority. People won’t reach their full potential without support, but if you get it right your team will be more productive, effective and motivated.
Developing Others - Introduction
Are you focused on today, not the future?
Plan for future skills and capabilities by developing your team with a long-term view, sharing this vision with them.
Are you too busy?
Prioritise appraisals and career discussions to show your team they are important and to improve overall performance.
Do people stay in their comfort zone?
Encourage team members to take on challenging tasks and support them in stepping outside their comfort zones for growth.
Do you not have conversations about career development?
Discuss career aspirations with your team at least once a year to understand their goals and how you can support their development.
Do you struggle to give constructive feedback?
Provide honest, balanced feedback to help team members gauge their progress and make necessary improvements.
Do you think one size fits all?
Tailor learning and development activities to individual needs, incorporating on-the-job experiences and mentoring.
Have you got underperformers?
Address performance issues with honest feedback and support, and consider role changes if necessary for the benefit of all.
Developing Others - Summary
