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There’s an old proverb that essentially states “the shoemaker’s children have no shoes.” The more modern version is “the cobbler’s children have no shoes,” even though handmade shoes are mostly a lost art. However, the metaphor still has a profound message. Where we have expertise, we often use that expertise for the benefit of others, even if it means we go without the benefit ourselves.
That’s true today in the context of learning. Many talent development professionals in our research say that their company invests in them, but many don’t. Only 31% of learning leaders strongly believe that their company prioritizes skill development and growth for their internal learning, talent, and HR teams.
We as a community of talent development leaders can’t afford to let this slide, because the future of the workforce and the adaptability of the business hinge on the strategies, competencies, and insights provided by this group within the business.
In today’s rapidly evolving business environment, the acceleration of change driven by AI and other technologies is reshaping the workplace. While this disruption presents challenges, it also offers opportunities for growth, with employees viewing learning as a critical pathway to navigate these shifts. However, organizations are