20 Reasons Why New Hire Training Is So Challenging (And How To Fix It)

Effective training is essential for employee success, yet many organizations still struggle to provide new hires with the tools and support they need. From rushed onboarding to outdated mindsets, a variety of issues can hinder learning and long-term growth.

The good news? These problems are fixable with the right leadership approach. Below, our Founder Kathy Shanley joins members of Forbes Coaches Council to share key reasons why training efforts so often fall short, offering practical strategies leaders can use to build stronger, more impactful programs.

Not Connecting Roles To The Mission

One issue contributing to a lack of essential training is not understanding what truly matters to new employees. Too often, training focuses on forms and tasks instead of showing employees how their roles connect to the mission. You can overcome this by creating training that helps new employees see who they need to know, why their role matters and how it fits into the big picture. - Kathleen Shanley, Statice

Read all 20 reasons on Forbes.