Staff Training: Getting Them on the Path to Success
There’s no question that a solid training program can increase productivity, reduce turnover, improve customer service and enhance sales efforts. Nor can one deny that an effective training program can boost employees’ personal confidence and job satisfaction because they feel valued, appreciated and more committed to their employer.
Know How Your Employees Learn
None of us learn the same way. Some of us prefer learning from a textbook. Others enjoy the hands-on approach. No matter what, we all respond differently to learning.
Investing in Industry Certifications Can Benefit Employers and Staff
“Since I’m just going to lose them to someone else, why should I spend any money on recognition or certification for my staff?”
How To Make Training For Your Employees More Engaging? 10 Tips From Your Go2HR Training Team
Do you want to ensure that your employees not only learn but having fun while doing it? Engaging training sessions can increase learning and retention, and ensure application on the job that improves performance.
Engage Your Employees Through Coaching
Sue Adams, owner of The Whistler Grocery Store, has identified a number of circumstances in which she has found coaching to be invaluable.
Developing Your People
If you have a performance management program, it should cover not only your employee’s immediate training needs but also the development required to groom your employee toward this career goal.
Developing an Effective Training Strategy
It may be tempting to put off staff training indefinitely, waiting until there is more time or more money, but for your business to succeed, your employees’ skill sets must be complete and up-to-date. Employee development is one of the most important investments you can make in your business.
Investigate Incidents
Workplace incidents happen, and the key is responding effectively to prevent future occurrences. By conducting thorough investigations, identifying root causes, and taking corrective actions, employers can create a safer work environment while meeting WorkSafeBC reporting requirements.
Workplace Inspection Checklist
This customizable template is used to conduct general workplace inspections. Regulation dictates that workplace inspections need to occur “regularly” and must be documented. Inspections should be reviewed by the joint health and safety committee during meetings. Hazards identified in the inspection can be fixed by assigning tasks and setting reasonable deadlines for completion.
Budgeting For Training
With the thought of taking from your operating budget to spend on staff training initiatives, it’s understandable if you consider employee development an expense. Yet because the benefits of training are so numerous, it’s much more beneficial to consider training as an investment in human resources.