Go1 Introduces Go1 Pay to Enhance Manager-Led Employee Development Initiatives

Go1 Launches Go1 Pay: A Revolutionary Step in Employee Development

In an era where employee growth is paramount, Go1, a recognized leader in learning and employee development, has unveiled its latest initiative, Go1 Pay. This innovative solution is specially crafted to empower HR leaders and allow manager-led employee development that transcends traditional eLearning approaches. The launch coincides with Go1's insightful research report titled The Weight of Development, shining a light on the challenges faced in workplace training.

Recent studies reveal a significant gap in the existing learning frameworks. Approximately 47% of employees reported that they sought support from their managers for guidance at least several times in the past month. Surprisingly, when they needed assistance, a mere 7% turned to learning platforms, with a majority preferring to consult a colleague or their immediate supervisor instead. This disconnect highlights a crucial insight for HR professionals: employees rely heavily on their managers for support and development opportunities. However, current systems primarily focus on compliance, tracking, and assignments, rather than facilitating immediate, manager-coordinated growth.

Closing the Gap with Go1 Pay

Go1 Pay is designed to bridge this gap effectively. It allows HR departments to fund development initiatives that go beyond conventional courses, enabling access to diverse learning resources such as books, coaching, certifications, conferences, and various real-world learning experiences. Crucially, this flexibility remains within the established budgets and guidelines set by the HR teams.

Chris Eigeland, CEO of Go1, emphasized the need for a more personalized approach to development, stating, "Employees are asking for development that feels more human and connected to the work they're doing every day. Go1 Pay helps HR leaders support that shift, making it easier to invest in growth that actually builds capability."

Relevance and Real-time Support

The research conducted by Go1 indicates that employees are not just asking for more learning opportunities; they desire support that is immediately applicable to their roles. A staggering 56% of employees highlighted that development initiatives are most beneficial when they are directly relevant to their current work. Furthermore, 55% emphasized the necessity for these opportunities to be closely aligned with their job responsibilities.

For HR leaders, these findings signify a transformative shift in development design and delivery. Opportunities for development must be integrated with real work experiences and presented in formats that employees are inclined to engage with, whether through digital learning content or experiential learning scenarios.

Managers: The Key Players in Employee Growth

The insights from Go1's research underscore the pivotal role of managers in fostering employee development. While managers and peers are the primary sources of support for employees, many workers feel they must independently navigate their developmental journeys. Alarmingly, 46% of employees indicated that they predominantly rely on their own judgment to unearth growth opportunities.

For HR leaders, this presents both a challenge and an opportunity. Managers are crucial to driving performance, engagement, and retention within their teams. Yet, many are hampered by time constraints and inadequate resources that hinder their ability to consistently coach and guide their teams effectively. Notably, 82% of managers expressed the desire for development tools that integrate seamlessly into their workflow and connect learning with real tasks, augmented effectively with AI for coaching and skill enhancement.

However, traditional systems often revolve around performance cycles, which complicates timely managerial interventions during critical moments. Go1 Pay is designed to empower HR leaders by providing a balanced approach, merging governance with flexibility. This enables organizations to fund a broader spectrum of developmental experiences while ensuring centralized visibility and control.

A New Era for Go1

The introduction of Go1 Pay signifies a significant evolution in Go1's approach to learning beyond the confines of traditional eLearning experiences. As the emphasis on workforce capability intensifies, HR leaders are increasingly recognizing the need for systems that support ongoing, people-centered development that melds digital learning with real-world experiences, while also enhancing managerial participation.

For those interested in delving deeper into the insights and findings of their latest research, The Weight of Development, it is available for download at Go1 Reports. To explore more about Go1 Pay, visit Go1 Pay.

Go1 continues to lead the charge in facilitating essential and relevant learning experiences. Millions of learners across the globe utilize Go1's platform daily, underscoring its commitment to making learning more accessible and impactful in the modern workforce.