When should financial literacy workshops be introduced in the workplace?
Companies provide ample opportunities to equip their employees with technical, behavioural and leadership competencies, not only based on the needs of current positions, but also in preparation for future career development.
By incorporating Life and Financial Literacy Skills into an Employee Development Plan, Employers create a springboard to assist employees to achieve personal and career growth and success, adding to the success of the employee and the employer.
So when?
-As part of a company’s induction training when new employees are appointed
-Individuals entering the job market for the first time
-An increase in staff absenteeism
-An increase in garnishee, administration orders or requests for financial assistance
-Before engaging in staff redundancy programs
-Employees nearing retirement age
– To assist staff before or after short time implementation or strike action takes place