Ten Ways to Support Learning on the Job

Training doesn’t end when employees complete a course—real learning happens on the job. But too often, employees are left to figure things out on their own, leading to mistakes, inefficiencies, and missed opportunities for growth. This session provides a practical, no-fluff guide to supporting employees as they apply new skills in the workplace.

You’ll learn 10 proven methods for providing structured, effective on-the-job support, including guided practice, real-time coaching, job aids, peer mentoring, and just-in-time resources. Whether you’re designing a formal support system or just looking for quick wins to reinforce learning, this session will give you immediately actionable strategies to help employees build confidence, reduce errors, and accelerate skill mastery—without disrupting productivity.

Your people will learn how to:

Provide real-time coaching and feedback, helping employees correct mistakes and improve performance as they work.
Use peer mentoring and buddy systems, so employees can learn from experienced colleagues in a structured, supportive way.
Incorporate job aids and quick-reference guides, ensuring employees have easy access to critical information when they need it.
Implement shadowing and guided practice, allowing employees to learn by observing and gradually taking on tasks with support.
Leverage checklists and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistency and accuracy in task execution.
Use spaced reinforcement techniques, helping employees retain key concepts through periodic practice and refreshers.
Provide just-in-time learning resources, so employees can access microlearning or job-specific guidance exactly when needed.
Encourage structured reflection and debriefs, enabling employees to analyze what they’ve learned and refine their approach.
Create hands-on practice opportunities in low-risk environments, allowing employees to build confidence before working independently.
Use informal social learning, fostering a workplace culture where employees share insights, solutions, and best practices naturally.

Capacity

20 people

Location

Virtual

Duration

3 hours

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About BCL

Understanding how people learn isn’t always enough. To get projects done and make sure you target the right goals, you have to navigate complex organizations and their social environments. That’s where consulting experience is a huge advantage. We combine deep understanding of learning with practical management consulting experience. This is the key to delivering high end learning experiences that move the dial.

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