Pinstone is the successful agency we are today because of our approach to developing our people.
For me, it’s about mindset and a certain humility in recognising that none of us are the ‘be all and end all’. That means embracing, not fighting, constructive criticism – at all levels of the team – and recognising that we all have areas of development. Of course, we won’t all have the same ones – and wouldn’t it be a boring world if we did.
Once that fundamental mindset is enshrined, the rest follows, and a new culture permeates. It should be part of the company norm for people to feel at ease to put their hand up, admit they need help and for others to be willing to share and support colleagues.
In the same vein, there’s nothing more gratifying then having the opportunity to give others the benefits of learning from an experience and passing on that wisdom.
The give and take of a healthy workplace learning environment makes for better collaboration and leads to better results.
For those seeking an organisation that will give the opportunity to learn and grow, here are some questions to ask…
- Do you have an induction programme?
- Is there an appraisal set-up and how does this allow for support for individual growth between the formal meetings?
- What is the culture of your organisation?
- What’s the evidence the people in your organisation can grow and aspire to stepping up the ladder?
- Do you have a training budget?
And don’t be fooled into thinking that these traits are the reserve of big corporates. The best small organisations will take this approach and reflect a thriving, growing and happy workplace culture.
Check out the Pinstone careers page if you’re seeking to develop in a PR role with a dynamic and forward-looking company that’s committed to investing in its people.
Sources: Gallup / Training Industry
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