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The Future of Business: Standing Out With Custom Training

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The world around us is always rapidly changing and evolving. Within the past decade alone, technological and scientific advancements have turned our way of life upside down, reshaping reality as we know it. Especially in the wake of the pandemic, the way we go about life has drastically changed in many ways. With this change has come an inevitable shift in how we work. The industries that keep the world turning are also changing at lightning speed. This has led many industry leaders and professionals to search for ways to ensure that their workforce is able to successfully adapt to this change as well.

One of the most prominent solutions that has come to light is the implementation of custom skills based training programs. This method helps to make sure that employees at all levels are prepped and ready for the changes ahead. There are several key benefits to implementing these solutions within the workplace at companies big and small. First, they have the power to enhance employee skills, as well as expand employee knowledge bases. This well equips these workers to take on needed tasks. Simultaneously, putting these plans into motion has the power to improve bottom line profits. Studies have even shown that nearly 80% of employees are more likely to stay with a company that offers this kind of continuous training.

There are third party services that are committing to developing these types of programming, with their focus on speed, relevancy, and cost efficiency. Despite this, over 60% of business leaders reveal that they are not fully prepared to respond to new technology and talent challenges. However, the desire to level-up is there, with over 40% of C-suite leaders agreeing that “skills shortages hold back their ability to respond to change.

Fortunately, many of these developers offer solutions to the current industry plights, with staying competitive and agile at the forefront of all efforts.

Artificial intelligence is closely intertwined with these custom learning and development programs. In fact, they are one of the driving factors that make them so sought after. First, AI enriched learning solutions are a custom-developed tool. This means that they are built with market research in mind, increasing their accuracy and relevance across a variety of disciplines. In addition, custom training offers the opportunity to participate in global communities long after the course is completed. In other words, the content and experience created by these trainings is universally applicable and opens doors for those who participate.

Another factor that sets these custom trainings apart from the existing programming is the level of quality. The skills-based training modules align with proven market growth opportunities. This increases the value for those who participate. In addition, learners are exposed to the latest research, innovations, and best practices, increasing the benefits they gain through the training. Artificial intelligence also plays a crucial role, playing personal assistant and assisting in rapid course development. Put simply, with human experts and AI working together, the productivity on both ends of the training is unmatched. This also contributes to keeping the overall cost of the training very low.

Because of these positives, custom training modules are able to be cost-effective and rapidly-developed. In fact, current industry leaders in producing this content pledges to beat or match current market training pricing. In addition, courses are developed rapidly through expert dedication assisted by AI. Oftentimes in just a few weeks, custom educational training can be created and distributed on any topic. With low cost and high speeds, it is no wonder that so many companies are starting to buy into this business development tool.

The benefits of custom training in the workplace speak for themselves. Studies have shown that implementing them into regular employee proceedings can produce measurable results and return on investments. The most effective learning and development programs can deliver tangible improvements in both employee performance and business outcomes. This shows that both internally and externally, results can be tracked and clearly seen over time. In addition, employees have responded positively to these training sessions, as they have helped to attract top talent. People want to work for companies that commit to their workers, and job satisfaction has been found to be linked to a high level of investment in professional development. Finally, committing to training employees can help to eliminate skill gaps between workers. Employees can now gain knowledge in a subject area and can continue to deepen that expertise over time through these sessions.

The world around us is ever changing and is showing no signs of slowing down. The industries that drive us forward are following the same pattern, forcing businesses to follow suit in order to remain successful and relevant. Investing in employee experience and knowledge can be a vital first step in ensuring this, strengthening the organization from the inside out. Taking these steps will drive measurable results both internally and externally, preparing everyone involved for the challenges and changes of the future.

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Brian Wallace

Brian Wallace is the Founder and President of NowSourcing, an industry leading infographic design agency based in Louisville, KY and Cincinnati, OH which works with companies that range from startups to Fortune 500s. Brian also runs #LinkedInLocal events nationwide, and hosts the Next Action Podcast.  Brian has been named a Google Small Business Advisor for 2016-present and joined the SXSW Advisory Board in 2019.