Is outbound training the next big thing?

Outbound training programs stand out from normative training methodologies due to their experiential nature. The passivity that comes from training programs that are taught via traditional methods is by no means being discredited, but it has been proven that employees react more positively to training programs where they have a change of scenery.

Employee Motivation:

The sedentary nature of most office work can put a damper on any individual’s motivation, and outbound training programs are known for their ability to make you think outside the box.

Strengthening of Employable Qualities:

The very nature of these training programs is a proactive approach. This approach can greatly improve and build upon leadership qualities, creative problem solving, and help employees boost their confidence in and out of the work-place.

Change of Scenery:

A change of scenery is always a plus point, and giving employees a break from monotonic training lectures is always well received. Traditional training methods definitely have their strengths, but experiential learning is slowly gaining traction in the corporate world.

Formation of stronger bonds:

By taking employees out of the office, and putting them through varying challenges with their employees, they can form positive connections with their team members. The memories formed during outbound training can help you form stronger bonds with your peers, built on strong, foundations. In essence, bonding done by ‘fun and games’ can actually hold faster than purely professional relationships.

Inter-departmental Harmony:

Outbound training can bring even the most introverted employees out of their shell. In an environment that is conducive to learning and encourages socialisation, employees can get to know about people in other departments. Connecting with other workers face to face can do much for an organisation’s efficiency than simple phone conversations across different departments.

Job Satisfaction:

By taking a day or two out of busy schedules to plan an outing with employees that is filled with fun-based learning, employees’ job satisfaction increases. Employees can feel that they are appreciated when they witness the effort a company is putting into training them.

The impact of outbound training ultimately depends on the nature of the training itself, as well as the instructor involved. Outbound training may be a new-age approach, but its results can sometimes outshine traditional methodologies, if applied correctly.

If you are in need of any training program to help fulfill your organisation’s needs, get in touch with us at trainings@www.prudsol.com