Jen Patterson, owner of Patterson Consulting Group, is known for her ability to inspire leaders to take a people-first leadership approach. Training and development play a critical role in every ...

The concept of a skill matrix was introduced when a manager’s supervisor asked about coverage during vacation and whether a matrix of key competencies was in place. This highlighted the importance of ...

Developing an effective employee training program provides multiple benefits for employees and the company, but only if they are carefully planned and properly implemented. Clear understanding of ...

While the content of every training program is different, depending on the skills you want your employees to learn and develop, you can develop your own program using the same formula. The process ...

Have you ever faced the daunting task of identifying and prioritizing risks in a project, only to feel overwhelmed by the sheer complexity of it all? Whether you’re managing a multi-million-dollar ...

I am not a command-and-control leader. Though the hierarchical pyramid works for some, I prefer a framework that invites collaboration, flexibility and balance. This structure radiates decision-making ...