What are companies doing with regards to 'Personal Growth'

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Ponti's

On average, employees receive 40 hours per year formal training with an average spend of £300 per employee per year. Employees at Ponti's undertake training activities such as: Induction, Fire training, Food Hygiene Supervisory training, Influencing Employee behaviour, Management Development Programme, Barista coffee training, Train the Trainer course and NVQ's.

On average, employees receive 40 hours per year formal training with an average spend of £300 per employee per year. Employees at Ponti's undertake training activities such as: Induction, Fire training, Food Hygiene Supervisory training, Influencing Employee behaviour, Management Development Programme, Barista coffee training, Train the Trainer course and NVQ's.

On average, employees receive 40 hours per year formal training with an average spend of £300 per employee per year. Employees at Ponti's undertake training activities such as: Induction, Fire training, Food Hygiene Supervisory training, Influencing Employee behaviour, Management Development Programme, Barista coffee training, Train the Trainer course and NVQ's.

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Penspen Ltd

They reward employees both monetarily with generous pay, bonus, flexible benefits and pension plans, and in broader terms with their commitment to training, support, recognition and opportunities for career development. As well as custom employee award and recognition schemes such as the GEM awards, they also invest a great deal of time in their in-house training programme so that their employees feel fully challenged, developed and rewarded, not only financially but also socially and professionally.


Penspen Ltd say that the e-cards at Christmas are a great idea as they are both sustainable and a great way of freeing up additioanl funds for charity. They also encourage small enterprise giving, supporting charity bungee jumps etc. The weekly 'Ramble and Roll' through Richmond Park also requests a small charitable donation to be given in order to take part. A number of their employees help and support local fundraising activities via small group enterprise eg. by raising money for their nearest Elizabeth Fitzroy Home, which provides support for people with disabilities.


Penspen Ltd say that the e-cards at Christmas are a great idea as they are both sustainable and a great way of freeing up additioanl funds for charity. They also encourage small enterprise giving, supporting charity bungee jumps etc. The weekly 'Ramble and Roll' through Richmond Park also requests a small charitable donation to be given in order to take part. A number of their employees help and support local fundraising activities via small group enterprise eg. by raising money for their nearest Elizabeth Fitzroy Home, which provides support for people with disabilities.


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Patton Group

Due to the nature of the business Patton Group have numerous training schemes happening: Site Safety Supervisors, Microsoft Office/Project Planning software, Management and Leadership, Communication Skills, Appraisals Training, Professional Memberships e.g. CIOB, RICS, CIPD, CIM, MSC Project Management/ BSc Construction Engineering, NVQ 3 Bench Joinery, First Aid, Numerous H&S courses, NVQ's in Plant Operation.

Supportive, enthusiastic and driven, the 76 year old Chairman, David Patton is an inspiration to everyone in the Company. He still very actively involved in the company as our Chairman and his son Neil is now Managing Director.

Due to the nature of the business Patton Group have numerous training schemes happening: Site Safety Supervisors, Microsoft Office/Project Planning software, Management and Leadership, Communication Skills, Appraisals Training, Professional Memberships e.g. CIOB, RICS, CIPD, CIM, MSC Project Management/ BSc Construction Engineering, NVQ 3 Bench Joinery, First Aid, Numerous H&S courses, NVQ's in Plant Operation.

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Palmarium

There is a full training schedule available to each member of staff that not only helps you to be competent within your current role, but will also help you reach the next stage in your career. Personal development is another area that the training department have worked on at great length. Palmarium feel it is important that you cannot only achieve your work targets and goals but that hopefully, with some guidance, they can be here to help you reach your personal goals and objectives. Their courses are continuously being reviewed and developed to ensure they are keeping abreast of market conditions, trends and also that they are enabling you to achieve then exceed.

Palmrium Management have access to a dedicated recruitment and training organisation (elite). Management are also given membership to governing bodies i.e. CIPS and ACCA

Palmrium Management have access to a dedicated recruitment and training organisation (elite). Management are also given membership to governing bodies i.e. CIPS and ACCA

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Olswang

Partners are encouraged to give regular thanks and timely feedback. Staff have regular mentor meetings to discuss work and career development. There is a firm wide bonus so that staff can earn an additional performance related bonus when climate permits and budget is exceeded. Legal staff are also on a performance related career structure so that promotion decisions are made on the basis of merit and individual contribution.

A technical training programme is provided for each practice group in the firm. These programmes typically involve a mix of new legal developments, refreshers on core areas of black letter law and practice and updates on key industry sectors. The format of this training range from traditional talks, to workshops based on case studies and where appropriate, more informal group discussions and debriefs. A comprehensive range of skills training sessions is provided within the Client and Business Development Skills area to help support the overall strategy for client and business development in the firm. Courses cover content such as effective client relationship management, client listening, pitch training and creating new business opportunities.

Olswang work in genuine partnership with charities raising money, providing pro bono legal advice and volunteering. They encourage absolutely all of their people to get involved in their community investment work as although they are a law firm Olswang understand that all their people have skills to offer. They have a huge level of engagement in their CR programme with 58% of their people actively involved.

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NuStar Terminals Limited

All employees at NuStar are eligible for a bonus. Some employees are eligible for the company's Long Term Incentive plan. NuStar have introduced Total Reward Statements which will be issued to all European employees.

Any support, information or advice is offered through NuStar's Wellness Fairs. All employees are encouraged to raise any issues with their managers. Stress counselling is available free of charge through NuStar's Private Medical Insurance provider.

All employees at NuStar are eligible for a bonus. Some employees are eligible for the company's Long Term Incentive plan. NuStar have introduced Total Reward Statements which will be issued to all European employees.

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Novotel UK

Examples of training activities that employees might undertake at Novotel UK are: Induction Next -an E-learning tool, Food & Safety E-learning, Health & Safety E learning and Accor Internal Management Training.


Employees at Novotel UK undergo formal team building once to twice a year. A recent example of this is when a team was sent to The Art of Engagement.

Examples of training activities that employees might undertake at Novotel UK are: Induction Next -an E-learning tool, Food & Safety E-learning, Health & Safety E learning and Accor Internal Management Training.


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Nippon Gohsei UK Limited

Funds are matched up to £100 per employee per year and Nippon Gohsei attend Community liaison meetings.

Summary of employees benefits and salary info issued on an annual basis plus recognition bonus or gift, thank you letters, etc.

Nippon Gohsei offer the Pru Health Vitality Scheme.

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Newton Europe Limited

Newton is committed to professional development. Employees learn fast and during the early part of their career, their development will be guided by one-to-one mentoring from the lead consultant on site. They are always free to contact anyone in the company at any time for extra advice and input. Newton have a formal appraisal process every six months to identify employees strengths, address any weaknesses and plan their skill development. Employees also attend in-depth courses off site, designed to build their confidence and expertise in specific areas such as sales and marketing, project finance or production planning.

Newton held a Summer Weekend which was 3 days down in Newquay doing activities that included surfing, coast steering, zip line, assault course/teambuilding, black tie dinner and beach BBQ. Partners were also invited. There was also a Winter ski-trip which was a long weekend skiing in the French Alps. There are quarterly activity days. These have included a spa day, Alton Towers, caving and gorge walking in Wales and go-karting. Bi-weekly Thursday night fun has included a casino night, going to the dogs, fencing, going for nice meals and themed BBQ nights.

Newton held a Summer Weekend which was 3 days down in Newquay doing activities that included surfing, coast steering, zip line, assault course/teambuilding, black tie dinner and beach BBQ. Partners were also invited. There was also a Winter ski-trip which was a long weekend skiing in the French Alps. There are quarterly activity days. These have included a spa day, Alton Towers, caving and gorge walking in Wales and go-karting. Bi-weekly Thursday night fun has included a casino night, going to the dogs, fencing, going for nice meals and themed BBQ nights.

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Mole Valley Farmers Limited

Andrew Jackson is an excellent ambassador for the Company. He exudes confidence and passion through his knowledge, approachability and desire to listen to and make time for employees and customers who ensure that the Company is successful. Andrew Jackson lives and breathes the values of the Company. He is a trusted and inspirational leader who, with the direction of the Board of Directors, strives to maintain and improve sustainable growth and competitive advantage to ensure that Mole Valley Farmers provide for future generations. Andrew farms in his spare time and organises social events for his local farming community.

Andrew Jackson is an excellent ambassador for the Company. He exudes confidence and passion through his knowledge, approachability and desire to listen to and make time for employees and customers who ensure that the Company is successful. Andrew Jackson lives and breathes the values of the Company. He is a trusted and inspirational leader who, with the direction of the Board of Directors, strives to maintain and improve sustainable growth and competitive advantage to ensure that Mole Valley Farmers provide for future generations. Andrew farms in his spare time and organises social events for his local farming community.

Andrew Jackson is an excellent ambassador for the Company. He exudes confidence and passion through his knowledge, approachability and desire to listen to and make time for employees and customers who ensure that the Company is successful. Andrew Jackson lives and breathes the values of the Company. He is a trusted and inspirational leader who, with the direction of the Board of Directors, strives to maintain and improve sustainable growth and competitive advantage to ensure that Mole Valley Farmers provide for future generations. Andrew farms in his spare time and organises social events for his local farming community.

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