Supporting team progression: professional development
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Talk Details
In this session, Emma will walk you through her approach to creating a People Development strategy that focusses on supporting team members to achieve their individual professional development goals and optimising performance across the team. The session will provide practical advice and guidance for implementing a development strategy, and some approaches to succession planning and talent retention to promote business continuity.
Key learnings in this session:
- Insight into developing a strategy for team progression and development
- Understanding the needs of your team and your organisation
- Practical advice and guidance for creating and implementing a people development plan
- An approach to succession planning, talent retention, and business continuity
Speakers
Emma Leiper Finlayson
Director of Fundraising
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