#304: Developing a Professional Development Program

In this conversation, Perry Holley and Chris Goede discuss the importance of building a professional development program for organizations. They emphasize the need to assess organizational needs, evaluate skill gaps, and align future requirements. They also highlight the significance of self-assessment and helping employees become more self-aware of their strengths and weaknesses. The conversation covers topics such as developing a strategy, allocating resources, checking in regularly, and rewarding progress. The hosts stress the importance of continuous improvement and using technology to track and evaluate the program. They conclude by emphasizing the impact of a development plan on company culture and talent attraction and retention. This episode is sponsored by Visit Orlando. Whether for business or entertainment, visit Orlando, where the possibilities for business travel are unbelievably real! References: Download the FREE Learner Guide for this episode at MaxwellLeadership.com/Podcast. Become a Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Member at MaxwellLeadership.com/JoinTheTeam.