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I am a firm believer that keeping it simple is best! The 70/20/10 rule may date back to the 1980’s but it remains relevant and critical to learning & development

The 70/20/10 method is a practical approach to learning and development. It posits that 70% of learning comes from hands-on experience and solving real-world challenges, 20% from interactions and feedback with peers, mentors, and supervisors, and 10% from formal education, such as workshops, courses, and reading. This method emphasizes the importance of experiential learning, encourages collaboration, and highlights the value of structured educational activities to enhance personal and professional growth.

🚨Controversial Opinion Alert 🚨 I’ve often thought 🤔 about this rule as I’ve referenced it in my programs. While I don’t disagree with its general sentiment, I’ve realized limiting human growth and development into these three categories is problematic. I’ve seen this rule used too often to justify not spending💵 or ⏳on training and development. Choosing to rely only on experience but failing to equip people with the frameworks, systems, and practices to turn those experiences into growth towards mastery. A few specific examples of this oversimplification of adult learning: 1️⃣ the 70% experience is actually made up of a few really critical components. The experience itself AND our reflection 🤔 AND integration ♾️ of that experience into our brains 🧠 and bodies. It’s not just about the assignment or experience. We’ve all had lots of experiences that we didn’t bother to learn anything from. It’s much more about what we think about it, feel about it, sense about it, and do with it all. And finally the integration of that wisdom into our brains 🧠 and bodies! 2️⃣ the Coursework and training referred to here (especially in the past) is typically discrete events, reading, obtaining knowledge, and learning skills in a traditional model. Certainly, this highly ineffective method for long term growth and transformation won’t create learning. However, when “training” or “exposure to ideas/insights” is integrated into our days/lives. And, we have a system for integrating and actioning it - I’d venture a guess the impact is much greater! 3️⃣ Social learning (from relationships) and exposure to others is highly impactful, even more than 20%. When we engage with a partner to gain understanding, perspective, feedback, and identify next steps it has a huge impact. Additionally, our subconscious mind is picking up on all kinds of cues as we interact with others. Tapping into subconscious is much more effective than the effort and energy required to engage our conscious mind in learning. ➡️Also…adult learning is in itself inaccurate because for the most part humans all “learn” or form neural pathways in the same ways regardless of age. What do you think? Is this model helpful? Or does it over simplify at the expense of potential misinterpretation, oversimplification, or misunderstanding? #70/20/10 #adultlearning #development #learning #growth

Being is starkly different from just seeing 2024-07-18 AsSalam... Hello everyone, Norzul here to share some thoughts! Ever noticed how the journey of becoming a project manager is starkly different from just observing one? Real growth stems from experience, challenges, and learning on the go. The 70-20-10 rule encapsulates this perfectly: 70% of our knowledge comes from hands-on experiences, 20% from developmental relationships, and just 10% from formal education. This principle reminds us that true leadership and managerial prowess are cultivated through real-world challenges and the wisdom gained from mentors. Let's embrace the hard-earned lessons and grow continuously. Special thanks to the Center for Creative Leadership for sharing this invaluable guideline! #NorzulInspires #LeadershipMoment #CLIMPS #ProfessionalDevelopment #70-20-10Rule #ContinuousLearning #ExperienceMatters #Mentorship #GrowthMindset #LeadershipJourney #Inspiration #ProjectManagement

Intersting research for educators to consider. The focus is adult workplace learning, but the insights have real relevance for young learners. We build and integrate knowledge best through experiences that stretch and change us. Classroom delivery and direct instruction helpful but not sufficient. How might we design for a k-18 version of the 70-20-10 rule?

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Research shows that the least impact on leadership development is book knowledge and courses.   While there is some benefit to book knowledge, it only goes so far for leadership development. This is a major mindset shift for clients. Often they will ask for a book reference when really they just need to apply what they already know.   As a coach, I help leaders maximize their growth by emphasizing real-world experiences and social interactions through effective communication skills.   Ready to transform your development strategy? Schedule a call and let’s work together. #leadershipdevelopment #leadershipcoaching #communicationskills #coaching

Nice breakdown of how professional development happens.

70% of our learning is absorbed through experiences and challenges and can be reinforced by relationships, and traditional training. Most of these 70% come from managing direct reports, self-awareness, and effective execution. Not surprisingly these are the type of situations that are the most challenging for leaders, and for which they look for the support of coaches.

Invest in your team. Give them support. Ask them what they need to be successful. Let them learn and be available to guide, mentor, and grow. Keep them busy, not overwhelmed. Find the dynamics of staff synergy and foster relationships. You’ll see something awesome. #servantleadership #transformation #growwithus