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Driving Engagement and Retention through Development Initiatives
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Summary:
Joseph Varner, Chief People Officer at Woodside Homes, shares his insights on building a culture of development within organizations. He emphasizes the importance of leadership commitment, fostering a growth mindset, continuous feedback, and change management. By aligning these pillars, organizations can drive employee engagement, reduce turnover, and create pathways for growth and advancement. Varner's approach involves executive buy-in, piloting initiatives, and creating feedback loops to ensure success. Ultimately, development is the key to attracting and retaining top talent and driving business success.
Key Takeaways:
- Leadership Commitment: Secure executive buy-in as the foundational step for any culture change or development initiative within an organization.
- Growth Mindset: Promote an environment that encourages diversity of thought and values potential development over fixed traits.
- Feedback Loops: Establish continuous, open channels of communication for employees to share experiences and suggest improvements.
- Change Management: Embrace the necessity to adapt organizational structures to pave the way for future success.
- Development as an Anchor: Leverage employee development as the primary tool to drive retention, reduce turnover, and foster a loyal workforce.
Chapters:
00:00 Welcome and Introduction
03:28 Adapting to New Industries: Joseph's Approach
07:02 Building a Development Culture in the Home Building Industry
11:17 Creating Effective Development Strategies Across Teams
14:43 The Importance of Development in Employee Retention and Growth
20:58 Feedback, Communication, and Measuring Impact
26:26 Key Principles for Building a Development Culture
28:47 Closing Thoughts and Contact Information
Connect with Dr. Jim: linkedin.com/in/drjimk
Connect with CT: linkedin.com/in/cheetung
Connect with Joseph Varner: linkedin.com/in/joseph-varner-pmp-1987043
Music Credit: Shake it Up - Fesliyanstudios.com - David Renda
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