Supercharge Professional Development with these Four Questions
Growth is a key driver for many employees, especially the generation currently entering the workforce. It is expected by top talent when they are looking for new opportunities and it is a major factor in the decision employees make to stay with a company. High achievers are continuously looking to grow. They want to enhance their skillset so they can take on more responsibility or find ways to improve their performance so they can reach new heights in their current position. The problem is that most managers struggle to effectively help their direct reports on this path. Here are four questions that managers should be able to answer when looking to help their team members grow.
What drives them?
Where do they want to go?
How do they like to learn?
What does support look like?
Investing in the growth and development of your team members pays huge dividends. It decreases turnover, increases productivity, inspires innovation, boosts morale, and ultimately brings more value to the company. But before you begin, find out the answers to these four questions so you can maximize the investment of your money—and more importantly—your time!