It seems as though companies are focusing more on efficiencies and streamlined processes mainly because of a reduction in staff. Does this mean there will be more corporate training meetings in 2010?
Similar to several past economic cycles, I believe that companies are looking at making do with what they have and focusing on training managers to become more efficient. Six Sigma, quality programs and strategic training might be making a comeback. What do you think? Are you doing anything special to attract this type of business?
Answers (4)
Helen W.
Speaker on Communication at Work, Copywriter and Marketing Consultant for Professional Services Firms
I think you are right, Kelly. As an independent speaker and trainer, though, I'm also starting to offer training by way of webinars, in response to clients with several locations who want to be more cost-effective in their professional development. This is a trend that is well established.
Next week I'm doing two webinars to help folks gear up their networking efforts over the holiday season. Read all about it here:
http://mhwcom.com/pages/networkingwebinar.html
Abasse A.
International Business Development Executive at Zurich World Travel Protection
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Kelly, efficiency and our staff motivation are closely linked to a sustained and integrated training strategy. Especially in our business where we serve thousands of different programs and millions of customers, without adequate training and well established processes, we would fail almost on each emergency medical/health assistance request.
Due to the staff reductions, those employees remaining are being asked to pick up the "slack." Training, whether inhouse or brought in, will most certainly be involved. And although expenses are being reduced, training dollars may increase...less expensive to train than bring back an employee. Sounds cold, but it's certainly reality.
Anthony P.
Senior Director of Convention Sales-Cleveland Medical Mart & Convention Center
