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Tackling Mid-Career Employee Adaptation Issues

In a rapidly evolving job market, the importance of effectively integrating mid-career hires has gained significant prominence. Trainocate Inc., headquartered in Shinjuku, Tokyo, has recognized the persistent challenges associated with mid-career adaptation and has developed two innovative training programs to address these issues. The courses are designed to help both the new employees and their managers navigate the complexities of organizational culture and foster meaningful contributions to their teams.

The Unseen Barriers in Mid-Career Hiring

As the demand for skilled labor accelerates, many companies are intensifying their mid-career recruitment efforts. However, challenges often arise, such as the underutilization of the unique strengths brought by experienced hires or the unexpected delays in achieving desired outcomes. For many mid-career professionals, existing knowledge and experiences can paradoxically create barriers to adjustment in new environments, resulting in an “invisible wall” that hinders their potential contributions to the organization.

To systematically address these challenges, Trainocate has launched two new courses that explore adapting to organizational cultures through three critical lenses: building relationships, unlearning old habits, and reskilling for future demands. This novel approach aims to transform the wealth of experience that mid-career professionals possess into a powerful engine for organizational growth.

The Three-Step Approach to Organizational Adaptation

1. Building Relationships: Overcoming Barriers

The first stage focuses on helping new hires navigate the complexities of relationship building and adaptation to organizational culture. Participants will engage in practical exercises, such as creating a network map and learning proactive behaviors that cultivate trust and rapport with their colleagues.

2. Unlearning: Gaining Flexibility

The second phase emphasizes the need to let go of previous success stories that may not be applicable in a new setting. Through the introduction of effective unlearning techniques, participants will enhance their ability to adapt to change, making them more flexible and open to new experiences.

3. Learning: Accelerating Growth through Reskilling

The final step encourages new hires to acquire the necessary skills and knowledge relevant to their new roles effectively. Participants will learn how to build a continuous growth mindset that promotes lifelong learning and adaptation to evolving workplace demands.

A Dual-Faceted Approach for Guaranteed Success

Achieving successful adaptation for mid-career employees requires a comprehensive approach that incorporates both personal responsibility and organizational support. Trainocate's courses ensure that both new employees and their receiving teams understand the same framework for addressing challenges. By fostering a collaborative environment, the course aims to lead to outcomes that were previously unattainable through traditional methods.

Course for Mid-Career Employees:

Title: [PDU Eligible] Three Steps to Organizational Adaptation for New Mid-Career Hires - Building Relationships, Unlearning, and Reskilling to Maximize Strengths
Target Audience: Employees within the first six months of joining
Features: Training focuses on maximizing experience and skills for proactive organizational adaptation.

Course for Receiving Teams:

Title: [PDU Eligible] Support for Mid-Career Employee Adaptation - Onboarding that Supports Building, Letting Go, and Learning
Target Audience: Managers, OJT trainers, HR staff
Features: Practical methods are taught to connect mid-career strengths with organizational outcomes.

Immediate Impact through Practical Curriculum

At the heart of this training initiative is a commitment to inducing behavioral change rather than merely imparting knowledge. Participants will not just learn theories; they will engage in role-playing and situational exercises that closely mimic real workplace challenges. This practical approach facilitates the immediate application of skills learned during the training.

Both courses prioritize dialogue and role-play exercises to stimulate the practical application of theories learned. Participants will also embark on self-reflection and formulate actionable plans they can implement immediately after the course finishes.

The program is spearheaded by Junko Tanaka, a certified career consultant with extensive practical experience in onboarding and human development. Her insights ensure that the curriculum is not just theoretical but precisely tailored for immediate application in the workplace.

Developer Profile

Junko Tanaka: A renowned figure in the fields of business skills and career development, Junko has been supporting the growth of individuals and organizations for over 38 years. Since July 2022, she has also hosted a daily audio program on Voicy, providing insights into human resource development.

Course Details

Mid-Career Employee Course

• - Duration: 1 day
• - Price: 60,500 JPY
• - Format: Lectures and practical exercises
• - Time: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Receiving Team Course

• - Duration: 1 day
• - Price: 60,500 JPY
• - Format: Lectures and practical exercises
• - Time: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM

For more information about the courses, please contact Trainocate Inc. via their official website.

Company Overview

• - CEO: Masao Hayatsu
• - Founded: December 6, 1995
• - Headquarters: 20th and 27th floors, Sumitomo Realty & Development Shinjuku Oak Tower, 6-8-1 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
• - Business Focus: IT Training, Business Skills Education, and Human Resource Development
• - Website: Trainocate Inc.