Fostering a company culture of continuous learning
Research indicates that training, both internal and external, has a significant positive impact on employee and company performance. A study by IBM found that 84% of employees in best-performing organisations receive the training they need, compared to only 16% in worst-performing companies.?
Here is how to develop a company culture that encourages continuous learning.
Lead by example
When company leaders actively pursue and share learning experiences, it sets a powerful precedent.
Provide diverse learning opportunities
Offer both internal and external training options.
Internal training:
Benefits: cost-effective, strengths team dynamics, reinforces knowledge
External training:
Benefits: fresh perspectives, networking opportunities
At Inktech, we support continuing learning by offering a platform with a wide variety of courses and curated library resources available to all employees. Additionally, we have a lecture series where our team members share their expertise.?
Allocate time for learning
Make learning a part of the workweek. Encourage employees to block “training time” on their calendar. Teams receiving 40 hours of training per member meet project objectives three times as often as those receiving 30 hours or less.?
Align learning with career growth
Connect skill development to career advancement;
Measure and iterate
Regularly assess the effectiveness of learning initiatives:
Several studies across different sectors and countries have shown a positive relationship between training, employee performance and job satisfaction.?