How to Encourage Personal Development in Business

Research consistently shows that sustainable personal transformation happens through internal motivation. Don't believe it? Take a look: ✅ 52% higher goal achievement rates for intrinsically motivated individuals (Journal of Personality Research, 2023) ✅ 3.4x greater persistence when change is self-initiated (American Psychological Association, 2022) ✅ 76% greater likelihood of maintaining changes after 6 months with autonomous motivation (Behavioral Science Group, 2024) These are the five essential components I use with my clients that you can use right now to kickstart your motivation : 1.) Design your accountability structure: Establish personalized check-in systems matching your motivation style. People with accountability partners are 65% more likely to complete goals (American Society of Training and Development). 2.) Craft your discomfort protocol: Develop systematic exposure to productive challenge zones. Stanford research on "deliberate practice" shows this approach significantly accelerates resilience. 3.) Develop your motivation maintenance: Determine which reinforcement techniques sustain your drive. University of Pennsylvania research shows "implementation intentions" increase follow-through by 91%. 4.) Create your environment optimization: Design spaces to eliminate friction for desired behaviors. Duke University studies demonstrate environment design can be twice as effective as willpower alone. 5.) Formulate your identity reinforcement: Select practices that strengthen your self-concept as someone who follows through. Identity-based habits form more permanently than outcome-based habits (European Journal of Social Psychology). Follow this framework to systematically build the version of yourself that refuses to tolerate what's holding you back. You got this. Coaching can help; let's chat. #executivecoaching #mindset #motivation

How Can You Get Your Team to Ride the Wave of Your Business Plan and Growth ideas? As you dive into the depths of a business development program, or emerge from one, brimming with new ideas and strategies, how do you ensure your team is not just on board but actively paddling alongside you? As an experienced business advisor and coach, I've witnessed the transformative power of collective momentum. Here's how to inspire your team to take immediate action with the resources and knowledge you're gaining: * Communicate Your Vision: Share the big picture with your team. What are the goals of this program for the business, and how do they translate to each team member's role? * Involve Them in the Learning Process: If possible, include your team in some of the learning sessions. If not, summarize and teach them what you've learned. Make it a collaborative growth experience. * Delegate Actionable Tasks: Identify key takeaways from the program and assign actionable tasks that align with your team's strengths. This integration helps translate learning into doing. * Set Up Think Tanks: Create small groups within your team to brainstorm how new insights apply directly to your business operations. Encourage creativity and ownership of ideas. * Foster an Environment of Continuous Improvement: Cultivate a culture where every team member seeks ways to apply new knowledge to improve processes and customer experiences. * Create Accountability Structures: Establish clear expectations and follow-up mechanisms to ensure that new strategies are being implemented effectively. * Celebrate Quick Wins: Recognize and celebrate when new ideas lead to positive outcomes. This reinforces the value of the program and the importance of active participation. * Solicit Feedback: Encourage your team to give feedback on the new strategies being implemented. This not only helps refine the processes but also fosters a sense of inclusion and value. Harnessing the collective energy of your team can make the journey through a business development program, or its aftermath, not just informative but transformative. As you grow, so does your business. #Teamwork #BusinessDevelopment #Leadership #StrategicGrowth #ActionableLearning

I stopped performing annual reviews. 99% of the time they don’t increase actual performance.  Give me 2 minutes. I'll show you what I did instead: 👇 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗳𝘁 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘀𝗲𝘁 • Break free from traditional annual reviews. • Be a year-round coach, not a once-a-year judge. • Continuous feedback, like a sports coach, is key. 𝗔𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗚𝗼𝗮𝗹𝘀 • Avoid misalignment with clear, measurable goals. • Limit to 3 major goals. • Employees set personal goals aligning with these. • Focus: 80% on these goals, 20% on everything else. 𝗠𝗮𝘅𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝟭𝘅𝟭 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 • Essential for ongoing feedback. • Ideal timing: 60 minutes every two weeks. • Discuss progress on top 3 goals. • Address blockers & celebrate successes. 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸-𝗜𝗻𝘀 • Extend a regular 1x1 to 90 minutes quarterly. • Explore the employee’s broader career aspirations. • Discuss quarterly performance. • Checkin on personal development (see next) 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗵𝗮𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 • Traditional reviews list too many improvement areas. • Focus on ONE key area for yearly improvement. • Agree on the area together. • Review progress in quarterly sessions.    👇 𝗕𝗼𝗻𝘂𝘀 𝗧𝗶𝗽𝘀 For 𝗘𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: 1. Make every 1x1 a coaching opportunity. 2. Consistently give feedback or praise. 3. Avoid canceling 1x1s – they're crucial. 4. Repeated mistakes may indicate a poor fit. 5. Link bonuses to both company and individual goals (50/50 split). Ditch the bureaucracy and transform performance management into a tool for real feedback and personal growth! 📈 _____ Enjoy this? Repost to your network and follow me Scot Chisholm for more! 📌  P.S. I'm writing about how to delegate like a pro this Friday to all my newsletter subscribers. Sign up here: scotchisholm.com  

🌟 Connection with Self: Building Awareness and Alignment 🌟 Self-awareness is the foundation of effective leadership and employee engagement. Yet, disconnection from oneself can show up in ways that impact confidence, performance, and even workplace relationships. 💡 Example: Years ago I worked with a practice leader who struggled to set boundaries with a demanding physician. This ongoing self-betrayal affected her confidence and team dynamics. By investing in personal growth and learning assertive communication techniques, she realigned her actions with her values. The result? Improved self-confidence and restored trust within her team. For Administrators Consider strategies to support self-awareness in your workforce: ✔️ Coaching programs ✔️ Reflection workshops ✔️ Wellness initiatives Encourage employees to reflect on their personal values to foster deeper alignment, purpose, and engagement. How do you support self-awareness and alignment in your leadership or organization? #HealthCare #EmployeeEngagement #HRStrategy #SelfAwareness #ProfessionalDevelopment

Recognizing and elevating your team members' skills is crucial for fostering their growth and maximizing their potential. I didn't always have the budget to send team members to various conferences, workshops, etc., but I have years of experience, including successes and challenges. I utilize my experience as a source of learning opportunities for my team members. Here are some suggestions: ✨ Start with identifying the skills your team members are passionate about and support their professional development. Provide resources, training opportunities, or mentorship to help them enhance their abilities. ✨ Assign tasks that align with your team members' strengths and give them opportunities to showcase their skills. Granting autonomy and responsibility can boost their confidence and help them further refine their capabilities. ✨ Create a clear career path within the organization and discuss growth opportunities with your team members. Provide challenging assignments, promotions, or additional responsibilities that align with their skills and aspirations. ✨ Be sure to recognize and celebrate your team members' accomplishments publicly. This can include praising their skills during team meetings, acknowledging their contributions in company-wide communications, or organizing team-building activities to appreciate their efforts. ✨ Encourage a culture of continuous learning and knowledge sharing within the team. Promote collaboration, offer platforms for idea exchange, and encourage team members to share their skills and expertise. #professionaldevelopment #keeplearningkeepgrowing #peersupport

Dr. J's Thought: Nurturing Growth and Insight in Coaching In the world of coaching, the importance of establishing rapport cannot be overstated. It acts as a guiding compass in the coaching relationship, ensuring clarity and purpose. This aligns with Proverbs 15:22 (NIV), highlighting the value of wise counsel. Dr. Steven L. Jordan, Ph.D., Ed.D., in his work, “Workplace Coaching in a Changing Generation,” underscores the significance of passion, excellence, and strategy in coaching. He advocates integrating these with spiritual reflection to foster personal and professional growth. Four key steps can enhance this process: 1. Fostering Open Communication: Creating a safe space for honest dialogue builds trust and rapport. 2. Setting and Revisiting Clear Goals: Align goals with personal and professional aspirations to maintain focus. 3. Incorporating Spiritual Reflection: Engage in discussions that connect with one's values and purpose. 4. Cultivating a Growth Mindset: Embrace continuous learning as a path to self-improvement. This holistic approach, in line with the International Coaching Federation's guidelines, fosters a rich and effective coaching environment. Reference: Jordan, S. L. (2020). _Workplace Coaching in a Changing Generation: How Passion, Excellence, & Strategy Combine to Develop Effective Employees C.A.R.E Coaching_. [Amazon Kindle version]. Retrieved from https:// https://lnkd.in/gbmmUWWu

Real leadership development creates results so visible That other people notice the transformation before you tell them about it. "I have observed significant, positive growth  And I am only part way through the coaching program." This feedback came from a leader who made the investment in his team member's development and was watching the transformation unfold in real-time. What struck me about his observation wasn't just the positive feedback. It was that the results were visible to him as a leader. That is what separates effective coaching from typical training programs. This experience isn't unique. I've worked with dozens of leaders who invested in their team's development and saw measurable changes in performance, confidence, and initiative. The difference?  A personalized approach that targets specific growth opportunities rather than generic leadership concepts. Here's what creates this level of visible transformation: ✅ Individualized assessment that identifies each leader's unique development needs ✅ Practical application that converts insights into daily behaviors ✅ Hands-on support that ensures new skills translate to improved team results ✅ Regular progress tracking that makes growth observable to stakeholders When leadership development is tailored to specific challenges rather than one-size-fits-all solutions, The transformation becomes obvious to everyone, Including the leaders overseeing the investment. The ROI isn't just personal growth It is measurable business impact that benefits the entire team. If you're seeing capable leaders who could be exceptional with the right support, ask yourself: What potential are you leaving unrealized by not investing in targeted development? Ready to create observable growth in your leadership team? Let's connect here: https://lnkd.in/gB2-3P8K The Leadership Breakthrough Session is your first step to discuss how personalized coaching can help your team move from potential to performance.