The jack-o’-lanterns are lit, the cobwebs are spun, and a chill is in the air. But there’s something far scarier lurking in the shadows of your organization than any ghoul or goblin: untrained employees.
Forget the walking dead; we’re talking about the walking unproductive. Employees left to wander aimlessly through their tasks, lacking the knowledge and skills to perform effectively. This Halloween, let’s shed light on the horrifying consequences of neglecting employee training and how to avoid turning your workforce into a monstrous mess (with a little help from Way We Do).
1. The “Lost Souls” of Productivity
Imagine a workplace where employees stumble through processes like zombies in a graveyard, bumping into obstacles and getting lost in the fog of confusion. This is the reality when training is inadequate.
- Case in point: A 2022 study by the Association for Talent Development (ATD) found that companies with comprehensive training programs have 218% higher income per employee than those with less focus on training. Source: ATD Research
Without clear guidance, employees become less efficient, make more mistakes, and waste valuable time and resources. This leads to decreased productivity, missed deadlines, and a graveyard of unfinished projects.
Way We Do to the Rescue:
- On-the-job training: Way We Do allows you to create interactive guides and checklists for any task, ensuring employees have step-by-step instructions right at their fingertips. No more wandering aimlessly!
- Streamlined onboarding: Create structured onboarding procedures within Way We Do to guide new hires through essential processes and information, setting them up for success from day one.
2. The “Frankenstein” of Quality
Just like Dr. Frankenstein’s monster, cobbled together from mismatched parts, work produced by untrained employees can be a horrifying patchwork of inconsistencies.
- Consider this: A study by Global Knowledge found that 40% of employees who receive poor job training leave their positions within the first year. This high turnover rate can be attributed to feelings of inadequacy and lack of confidence stemming from insufficient training. Source: Global Knowledge
Lack of standardized training creates a breeding ground for errors, variations in output, and ultimately, dissatisfied customers. This can lead to lost business, negative reviews, and a tarnished brand image – a truly monstrous outcome.
Way We Do to the Rescue:
- Standardized procedures: Way We Do helps you document and standardize every process, ensuring consistency in how tasks are performed, no matter who is doing them.
- Workplace-based assessments: Use Way We Do to create and assign assessments to evaluate employee performance on specific tasks, providing valuable feedback and identifying areas for improvement.
3. The “Haunted House” of Safety Hazards
A workplace without proper safety training is like a haunted house, filled with hidden dangers lurking around every corner.
- A chilling example: OSHA reports that workers who received safety training had a 70% lower rate of injury. This highlights the direct correlation between comprehensive safety training and a reduction in workplace accidents. Source: OSHA
Untrained employees are more prone to accidents, putting themselves and others at risk. This can result in injuries, legal liabilities, and a workplace haunted by the fear of potential hazards.
Way We Do to the Rescue:
- Centralized safety information: Store all safety procedures and protocols in Way We Do, making it easily accessible to all employees.
- Regular knowledge checks: Use Way We Do’s quiz functionality to regularly test employees’ knowledge of safety procedures, ensuring they stay top of mind.
4. The “Ghostly” Disappearance of Employee Morale
Employees left to fend for themselves without proper training can feel like ghosts, unseen and unheard.
- A haunting statistic: A survey conducted by Gallup found that only 12% of employees strongly agree their organization does a great job of onboarding new employees. This lack of initial training and support can contribute to feelings of isolation and disengagement. Source: Gallup
This lack of support leads to low morale, decreased job satisfaction, and a workforce that feels undervalued and disengaged. It creates a chilling atmosphere where talent withers and ambition fades away.
Way We Do to the Rescue:
- Continuous feedback: Way We Do facilitates ongoing feedback and communication between managers and employees, fostering a supportive and engaging work environment.
- Skill development tracking: Use Way We Do to track employee progress and identify opportunities for further training and development, showing them that you’re invested in their growth.
Don’t let your workplace with untrained employees become a horror show!
This Halloween, banish the training ghosts and invest in comprehensive employee development with Way We Do. Provide your team with the knowledge, skills, and support they need to succeed. By doing so, you’ll transform your workplace from a house of horrors into a haven of productivity, quality, and employee satisfaction.
Book a meeting to learn more about Way We Do Quizzes and how to implement on-the-job training in your workplace.
