How to train and develop your team without the HR headache

When I was managing a small restaurant, I was passionate about training all the staff well, despite our busy schedules. I would encourage them to finish their shifts early so we could have a quick training session before everyone clocks out.

That company had a very high attrition rate, which was probably the reason why my boss told me not to waste my time with people who would resign eventually.

As the manager, I wanted them to be independent and empower everyone with useful skills.

One day, we were blessed to be able to open another branch. The owners were quite anxious because people in that area were known for being picky, hard to please, and rude.

I gathered the best people I had trained for the launch, and lo and behold, we had a trouble-free first week.

In the fast-paced and always-changing business world of today, having a well-trained and developed workforce is one of the most important ways to stay ahead of the competition.

Employee development and training programs are important for any company looking to increase employee engagement and retention and keep up with the latest technologies.

As a business owner, you might think that employee training and development are a waste of time and resources. You paid your employees to do their work, and you feel that every second they’re not productive is just a waste of resources.

However, the truth is that prioritizing your employees’ growth is one of the best investments you can make in your business.

Not only does it help you keep your best employees, but it also makes sure that your team always has the knowledge they need to do their jobs well.

Why employee training is essential for your business

Increased team performance

Employees who receive training learn more ways to solve problems that enable them to perform their tasks with greater confidence, accuracy, and efficiency.

This leads to higher productivity and improved quality of work, which benefit your business as a whole

Improved employee retention

One of the biggest challenges for any business is retaining employees.

Investing in your employees’ development sends a message that you value their contribution and are committed to their growth, which helps create a positive work culture and a sense of loyalty.

Competitive advantage

Staying ahead of the competition is crucial for business success. A well-trained workforce is better able to take on new challenges and change with the market. If your team is ready for challenges, your business can make it through.

Also, when your employees feel valued, this leads to faster response times to clients and better service quality. This can enhance customer satisfaction and loyalty, which, in turn, can lead to repeat business and positive word-of-mouth referrals.

Increased employee engagement

Employees who are engaged and motivated are more committed to their work and are more likely to go above and beyond in their roles.

Because they learned a new skill in their training, they will be inspired to think outside the box and create solutions.

Stronger team building

Team training programs are usually done in groups, which is a great opportunity for team members to bond and get to know each other.

In doing so, they will know each other’s strengths and weaknesses, which will make collaboration easy and natural.

How we do team training in Deer Designer

At our company, we understand that the key to success lies in the skills and knowledge of our designers.

That’s why we invest heavily in their training and development. As much as possible, we include learning sessions in our meetings and daily processes.

Training begins in our onboarding process with new hires. It includes a thorough introduction to our company culture, values, and standards, as well as an extensive orientation on our design processes, tools, and best practices.

Our team meetings are a great way for our designers to stay up-to-date on the latest industry trends and to share their experiences with one another.

We hold online group classes, which is an effective way for our designers to expand their skill sets and knowledge base. This training covers a wide range of topics, from design principles to the latest software and technology.

Besides that, every team member has constant one-on-one sessions with their line manager to focus on their professional development and learning soft skills.

We also strongly suggest that our designers sign up for any other online courses that interest them.

You don’t have to do it for your company. Surprise!

When you outsource your design needs to Deer Designer, you don’t have to arrange these technical training sessions. You don’t have to deal with the complexity and burden of training and tracking their progress — we do it all for you!

With an on-demand design team, you can rest easy knowing that every designer is well-trained and up-to-date with design tools and trends without having to invest in a trainer or stop your production just to train everyone.

If you want to build a strong and sustainable business, make employee development and training a priority, or better yet, partner with a design company that has a reliable process for training their designers to become better every day.