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By Gina Abudi, on October 25th, 2017 There are a number of methods to determine training needs of employees. In trying to keep it simple, but still effective and with usable data, over the years I have found that a combination of online surveys and in-person or virtual interviews provides data and information to enable for improved planning.
Training programs are not […]
By Gina Abudi, on October 18th, 2017 Every organization needs a strategy around training employees. A training strategy provides a number of benefits. A training strategy enables for learning and development or human resource professionals to link training to organizational goals and to show the value of investments in training programs.
A training strategy also helps to ensure that the right type […]
By Gina Abudi, on October 11th, 2017 When orientation programs are longer than a couple of days, mix in a few activities to keep it interesting and keep the new hires engaged in the program. The activity examples provided in this article aren’t just fun, but also enable for the new hire to get acclimated to the organization and begin to develop […]
By Gina Abudi, on September 27th, 2017 A new hire’s first day on the job should be a memorable experience – a good memory! Remember, first impressions carry weight. You want your new hire’s first day to be one that (s)he remembers positively.
Imagine these two scenarios:
Scenario 1: Allan walked into the office at 8:45 AM his first day on the […]
By Gina Abudi, on September 20th, 2017 Apply some best practices to have better conversations with others
Difficult conversations are not easy to have! We have our own perceptions of the situation that impact what we hear from someone else and our emotions are certainly running high. However, by using active listening skills, you make a conscious effort to hear and understand […]
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