How to Apply and Tailor These Perfect Phrases

Consider your employees’ skill levels. Ask yourself if the people you are developing are novices, masters, or somewhere in between. Tailor all employee development plans to the level of your employees’ competencies. You wouldn’t design the same plan for an entry-level worker that you would for a seasoned, experienced worker, would you? By doing so, you’d quickly squelch the confidence of the novice and de-motivate the more seasoned performer.

Assess Experience

Take time to assess how much experience your employees have in the specific area in which you are offering career counseling and development. A new hire may have learned the basic skills but may never have had a chance to use them on the job. ...

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