Creating a high-functioning and highly engaged teams takes more than well intentioned leaders and staff working hard together. It requires an on-going commitment to learning and development from leadership and throughout the organization. A culture of mentorship and development that focuses on building up all members of the team takes deliberate work, strong commitment, and dedicated time. Creating and sustaining an orientation of development means leaders look for opportunities in work that is currently underway, how work is delegated, feedback provided, and results evaluated. In addition, leaders look to foster development strategies with staff for shared ownership of development in service of great effectiveness and ability to achieve results for staff and the organization. In this session, learn skills and strategies to mentor and develop key staff and how to instill this practice in your organization as a whole.
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