“It’s me — Kerry. I was on Growing Talent.”
I looked again.
How had I not recognised that smile?
Kerry joined our Growing Talent programme in the summer of 2023. Shortly afterwards, she secured a role and took her first step back into employment.
Unfortunately, the night shifts proved unsustainable, and she had to move on.
But here’s the important part.
The confidence, skills and mindset she developed during the programme didn’t disappear when the job did.
She used what she had learned to secure a new position with her current employer.
Three years later, she’s still there — and thriving.
That’s the real value of workplace training.
Not just improving performance today, but creating lasting impact for years to come.
When organisations invest in developing people as whole human beings, the returns extend far beyond the workplace.
Communication. Resilience. Emotional intelligence. Confidence. Wellbeing. Nutrition. Problem-solving.
These aren’t just workplace skills. They’re life skills.
And when people grow, businesses grow too.
Every organisation wants stronger performance, better engagement and higher retention. The foundation for all three is investing in people in a meaningful way.
Because the best training doesn’t just help someone do their current job better.
It changes what they believe they’re capable of.
What training, lesson or experience has stayed with you throughout your career and still influences how you work today?
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