The best way to develop people and net the greatest return on investment in their growth is to identify their talents, then help them add the skills and knowledge that build strengths -- the ability to provide consistent, near-perfect performance.

Extensive research indicates that people learn, change, and improve the most in those areas of the brain that already have the strongest synaptic connections.

There is a widespread belief that people can do anything well if they learn enough or try hard enough. Training and development programs that attempt to teach "steps," "habits," or "behaviors" ignore the fact that everyone's steps, habits, and behaviors are different -- and should be different if people are to use their natural talents and strengths. This remedial approach often produces disappointing results. It rarely, if ever, helps the person achieve excellence, and it wastes training and development dollars.

Gallup Consulting, emphasizes developing areas of talent into strength, rather than correcting weaknesses. (Source: http://www.gallupconsulting.com) Northland employees have completed the assessment to identify each employees top 5 themes, and have been coached on Discovering Strengths, and Putting Strengths to Work, to assist in the uncovering of their talents.

2008 Chair Academy Conference Presentation

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