How do you support your team to grow and develop when there is no hierarchical ladder to climb?
As a leader, this is one of my biggest challenges. I want my team to feel fulfilled and to achieve personal growth but as a small business with no management structure this isn't as simple as becoming a Senior this or Head of that.
Yes we can offer skills development. They can become even better at delivering great UX insight and accessibility services.
But what about other growth areas? The relationships we have? How they feel about themselves?
Yesterday, we all stepped out of our comfort zones and with the help of the amazing Sammy Burt explored our development edges.
For me, I've learnt how much value I put in productivity. I pride myself on getting stuff done and producing an output, a report, something that shows what I've been doing with my time. But there is also value in taking time to step back and review our long term marketing strategy. To invest in the relationships I have with our clients. To spend time with my family. And I don't need to feel guilty about any of that. And that feels like growth.
While there is a way to go, learning that growth can take many different forms feels like a great achievement. Whether it's learning a new skill, experiencing a mindset shift or nurturing a new relationship I hope the team all find something that brings them fulfilment.
Kate Morris Ken Groom Sophie Knight Alice Greenman
We’ve had such an amazing team week! Welcoming @alicegreenman back from mat leave and feeling the support from @lucycollins via a day with @sammyburt investing in our growth!
#TeamGoals! 😊
Lucy Collins Sophie Knight Alice Greenman Ken Groom Kate Morris Sammy Burt
Human Resources Executive at PA Virtual Charter School
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