October 2023 Wrap-Up: Let's talk Learning and Development.
In today's fast-paced and ever-evolving world, learning and development have become integral to personal and professional growth. Organizations that prioritize continuous learning foster a culture of growth. But what exactly is learning and development, and why is it so important?
Learning and development encompass various initiatives designed to enhance employees' knowledge, skills, and abilities. It goes beyond traditional training programs and embraces a holistic approach to empower individuals at all levels with the benefits being far-reaching, both for individuals and organizations.
It's no secret that equipping employees with new skills and knowledge, enables them to perform their roles more effectively. It enhances their confidence, motivation, and job satisfaction, leading to improved productivity and quality of work. As these employees grow and develop, they become valuable assets to their organizations, contributing to innovation, problem-solving, and overall organizational success.
When it comes to cost, we believe that investing in learning and development translates to cost savings in recruitment and onboarding, as well as the retention of valuable institutional knowledge. When individuals feel supported in their growth journey, they are more likely to stay with an organization long-term. They value the investment made in their development and are motivated to contribute to the organization's success.
To conclude, learning and development are essential for personal and professional growth in today's dynamic world. By investing in employee development, organizations create a workforce that is skilled, engaged, and adaptable. The benefits range from improved productivity and innovation to higher employee retention and a positive work environment.
Embracing a culture of continuous learning not only ensures organizational success but also empowers individuals to reach their full potential, unlocking new possibilities for themselves and their organizations.
Introducing NO CODE Champions!
The month of November will have us launching the NO-CODE champions initiative.
This is where we will select the top participants with the most impressive projects from our program and invite to apply their skills and knowledge?on Dittofi to create innovative products.
The program will last 2 months, during which the?participants will develop their projects. At the end of the period, they will have the opportunity to present their creations to judges, where the winners shall be rewarded with an internship opportunity.
Stay tuned for more details in the coming days!
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What are we loving?
That we had our 3rd Cohort graduation from our Digital Skills Academy!!!
October 31st 2023 saw us take part in a virtual graduation ceremony with our learners from our Compassion International AIC Jericho Cohort 1. The learners had gone through a 3-month program that equipped them with No-Code web development skills, social media marketing skills and basic entrepreneurship and soft skills.
Here's a snippet of what one learner had to say:
The no code program experience has been a very great experience. This is a one-of-a-kind program because it made me understand that you don't need to go the traditional way of coding so as to develop apps and websites. I gained extra skills in web design, social marketing skills, entrepreneurship skills, giving and receiving feedback among others. - Mary Katuku
What are we listening to?
This Strategy Skills Podcast episode where they speak to Atif Rafiq, author of Decision Sprint: The new way to innovate into the unknown and Move from Strategy to Action. - He speaks on being the first Chief Digital Officer in the history of the Fortune 500 and on his career that has span for over 25 years!
Feel free to share with us what your thoughts are on the above topic and also let us know what you are loving, reading, and looking forward to this month!