BUSINESSES MUST CONTINUE TO UPSKILL SENIOR STAFF

Many employers are failing to invest in training and development at senior employee levels and aren’t always equipped to spot signs of talent, suggests research. Businesses could be missing opportunities to upskill talented employees by focusing only on sector experience, rather than potential, says the research from the Executive Development Network (EDN). Even though 83.3% of businesses believe it is important for senior level employees to undertake continued training, only 40% of businesses offer training and apprenticeships geared towards senior management. More than 80% of employees...

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