When you hire someone, that person should already have the requisite skills to help you fill a need. But, like most companies, you’re probably not used to educating employees beyond the typical onboarding process and training for their position. While every business understands that most new hires don’t come perfectly equipped for their new role, it’s certainly fair to expect that they’re ready to learn and develop within their position.
But what about development that goes beyond their basic role? While it shouldn’t be seen as a requirement for every member of your workforce, the furthering of your employees’ abilities beyond their basic job descriptions offers your company more flexibility. Here’s how to focus on educating employees with an eye on the long term, all while maintaining productivity with regular duties.
Tackle Weaknesses Head On
A weakness could pertain to a specific individual or be something that is lacking company-wide. Maybe your marketing department needs support, or you require better technical skills within a certain department, or it could be as simple as one area having no backup. Whatever that weakness may be, that’s the area of education you should prioritize.
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