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Tip Sheet #6: 6 Benefits of Staff Professional Development
- Studies indicate that offering professional development opportunities to employees increases job satisfaction
- Stakeholders and other funders recognize the value of your commitment to increasing employee skills
- Continuing education opportunities are a valued addition to your benefits and compensation package
- It demonstrates an appreciation for staff and a willingness to invest in them
- It underscores your organization’s commitment to quality and to staying professionally sharp
- A commitment to a better trained staff identifies you as a “learning organization”
