Tool: 20 Ways to Develop Skills and Knowledge

Talent development professionals, leaders and self-directed learners often create specific development plans around gaining experience and building skills and knowledge. The 'go to' option is often formal training—such as facilitator-led programs and conferences. We find it helpful in working with coachees or participants to think beyond formal training in order to create plans that have variety and tap into different modes and methods of learning.

To support these efforts, we created an infographic called, 20 Ways to Develop Skills, Abilities & Knowledge. This resource is useful as a reminder or to introduce options that might not otherwise be readily considered in creating individual development plans.

Feel free to use with your direct reports, coachees, participants and others as you create meaningful and well-rounded development plans.