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How training can improve workplace relations

By Martina Schneider
Oct 25, 2014
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Regardless of industry, division or team – behavioural challenges in the workplace are an inevitable part of working life. As organisations bring people together as a team, there will always be issues that arise from time to time – but how the business responds to these issues is critical in maintaining engagement and improving performance.

 

Whether it is a white-collar office environment, industrial warehouse or factory floor, whether in the retail sector or services industry, making sure that a workforce is able to engage with each other positively is an essential part of achieving wider objectives.

Here are some specific ways in which training can ensure that relations in the workplace don’t cause problems to the smooth running of a business.

Systems training

If a member of staff is not sufficiently trained in the use of technology or systems it can impact negatively in a number of ways. Not only will the individual’s confidence suffer and their productivity drop, but team morale can also be affected – especially if other employees feel a team member is not pulling their weight and they have to pick up the slack as a result.

Having the right technical training programmes in place will make sure everyone is up to speed and will also generate a team spirit that can be invaluable.

Diversity training

Some training programmes are specifically aimed at developing social interaction at work. Diversity and inclusion training is one example that can help make an organisation a better place for employees to work.

Developing an inclusive culture in the workplace helps to overcome any unconscious biases and builds an atmosphere of mutual respect. This not only helps avoid problems but often has a significant positive impact on productivity.

Non-inclusive behaviours don’t have to be deliberate actions, as they can come about without any conscious or malicious intent. However, legal and moral issues are also important factors when it comes to diversity issues in the workplace, so there are a whole range of issues that can be addressed through effective staff inclusion training.

Educational training

With most businesses facing an ever increasing need for skilled staff across a wide range of disciplines, encouraging employees’ continued involvement in further education can be something extremely positive for an employer.

As well as being great personal development for individual employees, giving access to educational programmes and courses can benefit a company in the long term by encouraging staff retention and making the most of in-house talent.

Business partnerships with educational institutions and government programmes can be cost effective and bring positive results for all concerned.

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