I often organize my thoughts by writing, perhaps because of my communications and journalism background. I decided to use this space to share some of those random thoughts and ideas with you. I hope you enjoy it, and maybe we can all learn something new.
The Case for Onsite Training
One of the most common conversations I have goes something like this. An organization knows its people could benefit from some development, so it picks one or two employees, sends them off to a conference or seminar, and hopes the lessons will somehow trickle back to everyone else. It is a well-intentioned approach, and I understand the thinking behind it. It is also one of the least effective ways to actually develop a team. Let me explain why, and what I would suggest instead.