“Highly-structured, one-size-fits-all learning programs don’t work anymore,” explains Keith Ferrazzi, the CEO of Ferrazzi Greenlight, a research-based consulting and training company. “Individuals must own, self-direct, and control their learning futures.”
Providing your employees the freedom to participate in internal mobility opportunities gives them real control over their experiences and growth since they have the ability to actively invest in their development and pursue their professional interests. With an internal mobility program, employees can choose to participate in experiences such as supplementary projects or mentorships for the sake of their own learning.
Plus, an empowered workforce pays off. Employees who have the power to decide how to do their work are 79% more satisfied at their workplace than those who don’t, according to IBM Smarter Workforce Institute’s Employee Experience Index. A more satisfied workforce means a more productive and inspired workforce, which only builds your company’s overall success.