A phrase we hear far too often from organizations is: “Our people are not that good”. But the reality is; if every company repeats the same narrative, then where exactly is this hidden talent?
Our take is on the matter is the following: your talent is most likely already present in your organization—you just need spot and develop it.
At Avant Edge, we specialize in helping organizations recognize, upskill, and empower their existing workforce rather than relying solely on external recruitment. In today’s labor market, where skill shortages are a growing challenge, investing in internal development is not just a necessity—if you do it right - it’s a competitive Avant Edge (just kidding: advantage).
The “not good enough” employee
The companies that claim their people aren’t capable often have something in common: they haven't invested in the right structured, strategic development of their talent. Talent that is enabled to experiment, grow, and optimize the status quo. Meanwhile, many of these same organizations seem to thrive in their industries. This contradiction proves one thing: the issue isn’t a lack of talent—it’s a lack of opportunity to grow.
How we can help you to unlock the human potential of your organization
Our development programs are designed to:
- Identify product offerings and internal process which benefit from scrutiny for efficiency and improvements.
- Identify potential within your workforce that may have been overlooked.
- Focus on finding and developing existing talent
- Equip employees with new skills tailored to evolving business needs.
- Provide real-world practice and daily application, ensuring learning translates into performance.
- Focus on a mindset continuous improvement, creating a culture where employees seek and embrace growth.
Tailor upskilling programs based on your reorganized processes
Labor shortages across Europe are at record highs, and businesses are struggling to find talent externally. According to recent data from Eurobarometer Survey on SMEs and Skills Shortages, 66% of Dutch SMEs report difficulty in hiring the right skills, and across the EU, 42 occupations are experiencing critical shortages. Yet, organizations often overlook the power of reskilling and upskilling their current teams.
When you invest in your own people:
- You reduce hiring costs and long recruitment cycles.
- Employees feel valued, leading to higher retention and engagement.
- You future-proof your business by creating an adaptable, skilled workforce ready for tomorrow’s challenges.
Talent isn’t just found—It’s built
If successful companies still struggle to find external talent, the answer isn’t hiring—it’s developing. At Avant Edge, we help organizations stop searching for an elusive “perfect hire”, reorganize processes if relevant and start building the talent they already have.
So, next time you hear, “Our people just are not that good,” challenge that thinking. Because with the right development, and the right working agreements which facilitate cross-learning and exploration, they absolutely are.
Want to turn your workforce into a high-performing talent pool? Let’s talk.