How do I develop my team? 7 simple ways to provide employee growth and development

Great leaders know that high expectations lead to high performance.

When you believe in someone’s potential, they believe in themselves. Team members gain confidence in their own capability and capacity to step up into a new level of performance. Real responsibility fuels real growth.

And the truth is that developing your team doesn’t have to be expensive or time-consuming. A well-placed challenge, the right mentor, or even the chance to teach others can transform a person’s growth trajectory.

7 simple ways to support employee growth and development

Here are seven of our favorite simple, high-impact ways to support employee growth and development.

1. Discover what they want to learn

Ask what skills, knowledge, or experiences would both light them up and benefit the team. Then, have them research options and bring recommendations to discuss—while being transparent about budget availability.

2. Give them a stretch project

Nothing develops someone faster than real responsibility. Assign them a challenge that pushes their limits but comes with your support.

3. Connect them with a mentor

Help them find someone within or outside the organization who can offer guidance, wisdom, and an outside perspective.

4. Have them be a mentor

One of the best ways to deepen expertise is to teach it. Encourage them to mentor a colleague—this strengthens both people.

5. Ask them to lead a thought-provoking discussion group

Let them lead a discussion around a book, article, or TED Talk that challenges perspectives and fosters learning.

6. Encourage industry networking

Ask them to interview several thought leaders within your organization or industry. This builds confidence, connections, and insight.

7. Provide hands-on learning

Not all growth comes from formal training. Conferences, shadowing leadership, or cross-functional projects create powerful employee growth and development opportunities.

Great leaders know employee growth and development matters

Because when your team grows, your organization thrives.

Here’s to actively developing your team members!

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