Now that the festive season’s is done, and the dust of New Year’s resolutions has begun to clear, it’s time to refocus our energies. As we ease back into the rhythm of everyday life, it’s essential to take stock of where we stand and where we aim to go. One aspect that demands attention is the area of training and upskilling.
Staff training is essential, and February is a perfect time to look into it. Your staff are actually hungry for self-improvement and development with 59% of employees saying that training enhances their productivity, increases confidence and sharpens their time management skills.
So, what can businesses do to harness this potential? Group training emerges as a powerful tool, fostering collaboration and synergy among team members. Investing in key training opportunities not only nurtures growth but also aligns skill development with organizational objectives.
Fostering a strong culture of teamwork amplifies these benefits. Engaged employees contribute not only to a vibrant workplace culture but also to the bottom line, with studies indicating a twofold increase in revenue generation for companies with fully engaged staff.
For business owners, training is not just an option but a necessity. From identifying new opportunities to bridging skill gaps, training acts as a catalyst for growth and innovation. There is a diverse range for training available that caters to a variety of preferences and needs. Whether it’s pursuing tertiary studies, tapping into business networks, or leveraging online resources, the options are vast. Local offerings further enrich the landscape, providing tailored solutions to address specific challenges.
The Service NSW for Business Bureau – Business Connect program has a range of free online learning resources, workshops and webinars available to help you start, run, grow, and adopt.
Not only will training help up skill you and your team, it will also provide a sense of achievement which will set a positive tone for the rest of the year. Training is also an opportunity to network and grow relationships which is important in this current marketplace.
