Begin with responsibility
Identify the decisions and relationships leaders need to navigate. Development becomes more relevant when the learning objectives connect to those responsibilities.
Make room for practice
Discuss how people will apply learning in their day-to-day work. Coaching conversations, reflection and opportunities to practise can make the connection more concrete.
Define what progress means
Agree useful signs of progress for the engagement. Look at capability and behavior in context, rather than treating attendance as the outcome.
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