Employee Experiences

The Little Bonsai Tree

Mindset is everything. L&D is not only about individual learning or mentorship, it's about harnessing the collective knowledge and skills within your team.

All of us do not have equal talent. Yet, All of us have the equal opportunity to develop our talents

Stay curious, stay committed, and remember that learning is the way forward

Learning and Development (L&D) is essential for all companies, regardless of their size or industry. Even giants like Apple Inc, Microsoft, HUL, and others recognize the value of continuous learning within their organizations, despite having access to some of the best talents in the world. But the question remains, why do we often underestimate the importance of L&D for young and growing companies? Let's dive deeper into this paradox and discover why L&D is not just applicable but crucial for businesses of all shapes and sizes."

What exactly L&D? And how does it apply to a company?

L&D is not just about individual learning or mentorship; it's about harnessing the collective knowledge and skills within your team. It's about uncovering the insights that often go unspoken, the nuances in collaboration, and the uncharted territories between tasks. In today's dynamic business landscape, learning means leveraging your team's strengths and addressing weaknesses to achieve short-term goals with agility and efficiency.

The true application of L&D within a company lies in the way a team is molded to make informed decisions, driven by the conviction that their chosen path is the best way forward. It's about fostering a culture where learning is continuous, and improvement is a shared mission. However, this isn't always a straightforward journey; it's a skill that today's talents must actively embrace and develop to transform their organizations into true learning entities.

At The Little Bonsai tree, we're dedicated to helping you navigate this path of growth through L&D. We believe that every organization, regardless of its size or industry, can benefit from a commitment to learning and development.

We trust in the expertise, of our team members. Our goal is to foster, an environment where every project or task is executed effectively, and each team member learns and grows collaboratively .

How is L&D relevant today?

‘In the battle for business success, employees often pay the price. Balancing the pursuit of winning pitches with employee engagement is vital. L&D can empower teams to give their best without compromising dedication’.

In today's competitive environment, agencies are driven to model their operations for maximum pitch wins. However, this intense focus on competition can sometimes leave employees feeling undervalued. Many employees view their work solely as a source of income, with only half of them giving their all to win pitches as part of a team effort. While 50% may seem sufficient, we recognize that even the most dedicated resources can be adversely affected in this scenario. Our mission is to bridge this gap through a commitment to L&D, ensuring that both our agency's success and our employees' growth go hand in hand.

Why the entertainment and Experiential marketing industry?

Because even our people deserve the best!

In today’s day and age, time is a key necessity. On the other hand resources have been scarce since the pandemic and most professionals have either opted for the freelance model [ no commitments] and a few have chosen a safe route of joining and sticking to the agencies

Growth has been tough due to existing workload and lack of resources, upcoming business, loss due to pandemic and other personal and professional reasons. Resources today have the capability to use tech and there are various avenues on social media to learn and develop more. This is apart from the colleges that specialize in these courses.

But there has been a huge gap which in today’s day and age is considered as ‘Investment inself’ which is perceived as a luxury. This is a combination of Mental and Physical health, lack of sleep, irregular working hours and this only deteriorates as you take in more business which is inevitable.

How can L&D facilitate growth?

Skill enhancement

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Innovation

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Adaptability

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Competitive Advantage

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Onus

Skill enhancement · Innovation · Adaptability · Competitive Advantage · Onus

Retention

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Leadership

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Cost reduction

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Cultural alignment

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Mental Health

Retention · Leadership · Cost reduction · Cultural alignment · Mental Health

How is L&D Different From Human Resources ?

While L&D and HR are distinct functions, they often collaborate closely to ensure that employees are not only recruited and managed effectively but also provided with the learning and development opportunities necessary for their professional growth and the success of the organization. Both functions contribute to creating a positive and productive work environment.

Focus and Purpose:

  • Learning and Development (L&D): L&D primarily focuses on enhancing the skills, knowledge, and capabilities of employees. Its purpose is to ensure that employees have the necessary tools and resources to perform their jobs effectively and grow in their roles.

  • Human Resources (HR): HR has a broader focus that includes managing various aspects of the employee lifecycle, such as recruitment, onboarding, compensation, benefits, performance management, employee relations, and compliance with labor laws and regulations.

  • Responsibilities:

    • L&D: Are responsible for continuous Learning, Unlearning and Relearning

    • HR:  handle a wide range of HR functions, including talent acquisition, employee relations, compensation and benefits administration, HR policy development, workforce planning, and legal compliance.

  • Timeline:

    • L&D: often focuses on the ongoing development of employees throughout their careers. It includes both initial on-boarding for new hires and continuous learning opportunities for existing employees.

    • HR: Activities can span the entire employee lifecycle, from recruitment and onboarding to separation or retirement.

  • Interactions with Employees:

    • L&D: Often work closely with employees to identify their training needs, provide coaching, and support their professional development.

    • HR: Interact with employees throughout their employment journey, handling matters related to hiring, compensation, benefits, performance management, and employee relations.

  • Strategic Focus:

    • L&D: Primarily focused on building the skills and competencies needed to achieve specific business goals and objectives. Focus on long term survival of the organisation.

    • HR: Has a strategic role in aligning HR practices with the overall business strategy. It involves workforce planning, talent management, and ensuring that the organization has the right people in the right roles to achieve its long-term goals.

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Email:

allan@tlbt.community