News flash!! Professional development opportunities continue to top the priority list for workers, especially Millennials, and the drumbeat is getting louder and louder. Not a day goes by that we at ON Point do not have a conversation with individuals and leaders about this very hot topic. Workers want to know how their organizations are going to invest in their growth so they can be ready for a targeted promotion or expanded leadership responsibilities. And leaders want to know how to retain their top talent by creating inspiring career paths and other development opportunities to keep their teams motivated, engaged, and performing at a high level.
Recognizing that Millennials will make up 75% of the workforce by 2030, here are some important statistics to keep in mind. Studies show that 87% of Millennials say that professional development and career growth are important to them; 74% of workers say that a lack of professional development opportunities is preventing them from reaching their full potential; and 58% of employees say that professional development contributes to their overall job satisfaction.
Numbers speak volumes but nothing speaks as loudly as the voices of our clients who reap the invaluable benefits of leadership and professional development. From 1:1 coaching engagements to 9-month long Leadership Academies, and everything in between, there is an enormous appetite, and demand, for these opportunities like never before and for good reason – growth and development is universal. Regardless of age, profession, industry, or career goals, everyone fundamentally wants to be a better person, and happier and more productive employee, and a more effective leader – professional development opportunities are the secret to that success.
7 Benefits of Professional Development
Boosts Self-Awareness – knowing yourself & how you come across to others is critical; strengths as well as areas of growth & opportunity
Facilitates Feedback – understanding how your peers, leaders & colleagues experience you is a game-changer with alignment meetings & 360 Feedback Process
Develops Skills In Advance – going for a promotion; nothing better than developing the necessary skills for that next level position before you’re in the position
Improves Job Performance – learning the most current & relevant skills needed today along with practical ways to implement & execute skyrockets performance
Builds a Stronger Network – whether the opportunity is internal or external, engaging in these activities expands & broadens your professional network
Attracts & Retains Top Talent – communicating & promoting professional development opportunities helps to recruit the best & to keep the best
Increases Overall Job Satisfaction – never underestimate how important overall wellbeing, satisfaction, happiness, fulfillment & joy are to everyone at every level
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