So you are a leader and you want to develop your people. Here are 7 key numbers you need to know.
21 – The number of consecutive days of practice it takes to add (ie. change) a habit. Personal change takes help, so don’t let people commit to major change without help. If you are going to do it – this is where an executive coach or peer network is critical. If you don’t believe it check out the Weight Watchers model – – it is tested!
90 – The percent of learning that happens outside the classroom. Do not ever say I cannot afford learning when I am in the room. I will likely make a scene. 🙂
10,000 – The number of hours it takes to become an expert at something. Excellence takes a sustained effort.
70 – The percent of people that show up to a class without a clear learning objective. Want to increase your ROI on classroom learning? Make sure 100% of your people have development plans. If your CFO challenges you on this give them my number and I will argue with them for free. 🙂
30 / 30 / 40 – The percent of time a performance evaluation should spend on the areas of past / current state / future as it relates to someone’s job.
I love talking about these numbers with leaders BEFORE talking about what they need to develop themselves or before they commit to developing their teams. I also share these with followers BEFORE they enter into a conversation with their leader, so they understand the commitment they need to make.
Personal growth and development takes energy (some call it pain), but think of the payoff!
If you see these numbers as barriers or a burden, maybe you are not ready to start or continue the journey.
If you see opportunity in these numbers, enjoy the journey!