What you should not do to retain your employees if they are stuck?

Aren't you afraid to train employees, and then they leave?

I'm afraid that they won't learn and will stay.

Recently, this has been a very relevant topic for me, as a few of my employees were preventing us from moving forward toward success, and I want to share my thoughts.

The main idea is that the risk of losing employees after training them is much smaller than the problems that can arise if they stay but lack the necessary skills and knowledge.

Employee development contributes to improving qualifications, enhancing work efficiency, and ultimately leads to the overall success of the company.

Companies that actively invest in training their employees tend to have higher productivity and employee loyalty.

On the other hand, if there is no investment in training, it can lead to stagnation, decreased productivity, and loss of competitiveness.

Untrained employees can make more mistakes, which may negatively impact the company's reputation and financial results.

I think that training is a strategic investment that benefits not only the employees themselves but also the entire company in the long term.

To ensure employees are trained and don’t leave, it’s important to provide several key conditions:

Meaningful training programs, not just any program

Find or create personalized training programs that align with each employee’s career goals. There are many components available on the market, both paid and free. Even small, no-cost resources are better than nothing when it comes to employee development.

Career development

Offer clear career paths and opportunities for growth, allowing employees to create new projects within the company. This is crucial for both startups and growing companies.

Keep track of employees’ progress and discuss long-term career goals with them, developing plans to achieve those goals.

Be cautious with employees who don’t have any long-term goals—it can be a bad sign.

Provide opportunities for visibility and implementation of their ideas.

Attractive corporate culture

Strengthen corporate values and foster a culture where training is an integral part of the company’s DNA. Create an environment where employees feel valued and heard.

Implementing these strategies will not only help train employees but also retain them in the company by creating an environment where they want to grow and stay.

Must-Read Books: Insights from My Personal Library

"The 5 Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace" by Gary Chapman and Paul White

This book explores how understanding and showing appreciation to employees in the ways that matter most to them can increase engagement and retention.

"Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us" by Daniel H. Pink

Pink examines what truly motivates people in their work and offers strategies for creating environments where employees feel intrinsically motivated and fulfilled.

"First, Break All the Rules: What the World’s Greatest Managers Do Differently" by Marcus Buckingham and Curt Coffman

Based on Gallup research, this book highlights effective management practices that help companies retain their best employees and cultivate strong, high-performing teams.