Working and Learning

Mr Jegede had graduated with a good degree and he currently has a dream job. He feels you have reached the pinnacle of success and there is no need for him to improve or learn a new skill. Suddenly there was a restructuring in the company and he had to be SACKED. He was confused and he did not know where to start. He had not learn anything new outside his work and he just realised that a lot of things have changed since he started working with the company. Unfortunately this is the bitter reality we live in. Learning is a continuous process we must continue to learn even while working. This improves our value at our work place and prepare us for any setback. However, our learning must be focused in order to maximize the time and resources spent. Learning also gives us the opportunity to meet new people and afford us the opportunity to build strong relationships and formidable partnerships which is much needed in today’s business world. Information Technology (IT) has permeated our world and it is almost compulsory for everyone to be conversant with it. Unfortunately it is an ever changing field and the requirements to stay updated may be demanding. The same may also be said for other relevant field such as management. The following points also emphasize the need for continuous learning for each individual  Learning and working  Increase your value  A demonstration of one’s versatility  Transition between jobs  Experience + new skills  A break from normal schedule, refresh your focus  Job security/ job transition  Networking with other people  Learning to be your own boss  Ensuring that all the eggs is not in one basket Businesses also need to adapt to reality through rapid and continuous change e.g the change from typewriter to word processing softwares affected a lot of businesses. Everything/ field is getting connected making the world more complex. To survive, we need continuous improvement through implicit knowledge which can only be achieved through dedicated learning from experts, collaborations and discussions with other spheres of life. Employers and managers also need to take care of the learning process of their employees in order to stay competitive in the market. Employees has to be conversant with latest skills and technologies that can bring maximum returns for the company. To be concerned about one’s business/ career is to be concerned about one’s/ employees learning . Learning is a work that demands our full time attention which may affect other time and resources that could be spent to ensure the growth of the company. The following pragmatic actions can be taken by employers in order to maximize the resources spent in learning  Make it a duty that those trained should share what they’ve learnt with other staff  Create the right environment for healthy discussions and ensure that the knowledge being shared is captured  Ensure the training takes place in a new environment with different seating patterns and configuration. This allows for a mental break and enhances concentration.  Create spaces for informal gatherings and discussions Learning is part of our work and not separate from it. Innovation is fostered through deep learning and knowledge sharing . This gives us the edge we so much desire as an individual and as a corporate entity. If you want to learn or you are thinking of suitable trainings for your employees, then look no further. GEM Center for Human Capital Development ( http://www.gem4success.com) is a training institute in Ibadan that gives you series of trainings tailored toward your needs. It gives you the opportunity to learn from the experts and form a strong network with other professionals from various fields. The state-of-the-art training center ensures that the trainees are comfortable and provides the ideal environment for maximum comprehension. The training center is also available if you need a change of environment to organize YOUR OWN Trainings. A WOW training package is provided at the end of each training for maximum returns on the time, money and other resources spent. The following makes http://www.gem4success.com unique among others. • Learning directly form the best resources persons with wealth of experience for each course • Short term courses so that you can learn without disrupting your routines • Flexible learning schedules available weekdays or weekends • Superb training center and facilities for maximum comprehension • Good follow-up and vital opportunities available after taken a course • Opportunity to network with experts and other professionals/ colleagues • You can also use the conducive environment to organise your trainings. A change of environment gives you employees a mental break that allows that makes the trainings more beneficial. GEM can also recommend resource persons and provide other services that may be required.