A summary of OnTrack’s news coverage over the past six months.
As L&D experts, our consultants regularly feature in the media, providing expert commentary and thought leadership on the challenges that global organisations face.
Here are some examples from the last six months, where we discuss some of the most critical issues global organisations are currently grappling with. We have summarised these articles, but to explore in more detail, please click on the links provided to read the articles in full.
Strategic HR Review – “Future proofing the workplace”
Our Executive Coach, Liz Rider, offered advice for retaining talent in a multi-generational workforce. Liz argued that, in today’s diverse workplace, retaining young talent is crucial for innovation and longevity but poses challenges due to generational differences. Younger generations prioritise work/life balance, flexibility, DEI, and environmental sustainability. They also face challenges including financial insecurity and mental health issues. Companies must adapt by offering tailored training, fostering a culture of continuous learning, and supporting personal development. To thrive, organisations need a flexible, development-focused, and inclusive approach to meet the evolving needs of a multi-generational workforce.
HR News – “Why businesses need leadership maturity”
Our CEO Kevin Johnson regularly advises global businesses grappling with the new status quo. In this article, Kevin looks at the post-COVID era, in which businesses face unprecedented challenges that many leaders are unprepared to manage. Kevin argues that leaders must evolve their training to ask insightful questions and make informed decisions amidst volatility, complexity, and ambiguity. Challenges such as climate change, AI, geopolitics, and economic uncertainty necessitate mature leadership that can navigate these complexities with confidence. Effective leaders should focus on adaptive leadership, strategic thinking, and collaborative decision-making. Investing in leadership maturity enables organisations to thrive in an unpredictable environment by cultivating empathy, continuous learning, and development.
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Training Journal – “Adapting to change”
Our Head of Client Solutions, Paul Heath, believes that senior leaders in global businesses face a significant challenge in upskilling employees against rapid digital transformation. Paul argues that, rather than focus on current needs, companies should prepare employees for the future by developing leadership and transferable skills using modern learning techniques. The pandemic accelerated digital adoption and hybrid working, and now AI is rapidly changing many job functions. While technology is crucial, human skills remain essential. Organisations must help employees adapt and perform during rapid change by nurturing a mindset of “curious tenacity” – the drive to learn and apply knowledge.
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People Management – “The Pandemic of Selfishness”
Another topic that Kevin has written about recently relates to the growing “self-focus pandemic” which threatens team cohesion and business success. This trend, where employees and leaders prioritise personal goals over company objectives, is a global issue. To combat this, Kevin argues that businesses must foster a culture aligning individual ambitions with collective goals. Key strategies include:
- Defining and communicating purpose: Aligning individual goals with organisational objectives and ensuring employees understand their role in achieving business goals.
- Strong leadership: Leaders should embody commitment to collective goals and genuinely care for team needs.
- Building trust and compassion: Create an environment where open conversations about performance and collective goals are encouraged.
- Creating space for growth: Allow personal ambitions to align with company needs, fostering collaboration and mutual success.
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People Management – Leadership Skills for All
Principal consultant, Morgan Burn, believes that every employee should have leadership skills, not just those at the helm of an organisation. Traditionally, leadership training focused on those preparing for managerial roles. However, all employees can benefit from leadership qualities like emotional intelligence, resilience, and a growth mindset. This shift in learning and development acknowledges that subject matter experts and individual contributors also play crucial roles. The benefits are widespread: enhanced employee engagement, retention, and productivity, along with better collaboration across departments. By embracing this approach, companies nurture their workforce and lay the groundwork for future success.
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