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A gathering of UK executives stressed the importance of training and development through the economic downturn
July 07, 2009
A gathering of UK executives stressed the importance of training and development through the economic downturn. The discussion encompassed key leadership priorities, such as skills required by employers now; development needs of the remaining workforce; and boosting engagement, retention, and motivation.
Amid this economic crisis, severe budget cutting is inevitable and has already begun in many organizations. But when it comes to figuring out where to make those cuts, think long and hard before you act. According to three top Gallup management experts, when the going gets tough, high-performing companies actually double down their investments in people.
Coaching courses are now among the most popular training programs offered to managers. And many organizations are evaluating managers' "coaching skills" during their annual performance reviews. But what does "coaching" actually mean? And what separates great coaches from all the rest?
