Learning cluster design model

Unlock employee potential with the Owens-Kadakia Learning Cluster Design Model, transforming learning into a strategic asset for your organization.
The article discusses the benefits of promoting managers from within a company and increasing employee engagement. It also introduces the Owens-Kadakia Learning Cluster Design Model (OK-LCD Model), which is a learning strategy and competency for modernizing learning initiatives. The model includes five actions and four principles to drive on-the-job change and shift learning’s impact from a cost center to a strategic business partner. The article offers various DIY and done-for-you learning offerings for leaders, teams, consultants, and L&D professionals to upskill and adopt the LCD model.
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