What are companies doing with regards to 'Personal Growth'

Learn about the Factors Effect Model

What effect will focus on the 'Personal Growth' factor have?

Personal Growth - How employees feel about training and their future prospects

When it comes to Personal Growth, focusing on providing growth and development opportunities will make people feel invested in as individuals, so are more likely then to feel better about the Fair Deal factor.

Thank you! Your submission has been received!
Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form.
Financial Services

Darlington Building Society

60a41fa8df49eb26ff02d8a0
The Society promotes personal growth by providing access to a comprehensive learning management system, offering externally provided courses, and running a Women’s Network. The Society also fosters career advancement through various secondment opportunities.
The Society fosters team spirit through company-wide events like the Annual Awards Evening and Family Fun Day. Collaborative working spaces and improved technology also enable greater connection and belonging among colleagues.
The Society supports employees' wellbeing through initiatives like retraining mental health first aiders, providing an enhanced Employee Assistance Programme service, and offering a Health Cash plan. Employees also receive a 'MyDay' - an additional day off to look after themselves.
View Company Profile
Technology

Twenty7tec

60a43081c04f23c7f7bd65d5

Staff received a special cost-of-living bonus, with those on the smallest salaries getting the most. Employees have also been given early access to a proportion of their performance-related bonus and can now get an advance of up to 50% of their accrued salary every month, interest-free. This access comes with financial coaching and tools.

Senior managers are encouraged to use twenty7tec's internal comms platform to publicly 'shout out' employees who've done something outstanding – linking the 'thank you' to one of the company's values. Staff can also highlight their colleagues' good work, and everyone can 'like' or interact with the feedback.

Everyone has a personal development plan that's reviewed each quarter with their line manager and supported by the Head of People. Growth opportunities include internal and external mentoring, 15 hours of paid personal development or study time, paid-for memberships and subscriptions, and access to an 'anytime, anywhere' online training platform.

View Company Profile
Financial Services

Barnett Waddingham

60a41fa8df49eb26ff02d8a0
The firm supports personal growth through diverse learning solutions, including the award-winning Business Management and Strategic Leadership Academies. Its Talent Management Programme, 'Accelerate', encourages the development and implementation of ideas across the firm, fostering individual innovation.
The firm's focus on wellbeing includes dedicated support for menopause, an Employee Assistance Programme, and a WorkSmart policy that balances business, team, and individual needs. The firm's commitment to wellbeing is also evident in its annual firm-wide National Learning Week event, which highlights mental health awareness.
Barnett Waddingham's Corporate Social Investment demonstrates its commitment to societal impact. The firm supports over 45 charitable groups, has a strong focus on social value impact donations, and its employees have collectively volunteered over 1000 hours. Its ethical approach extends to its Environmental Management System, underlining a commitment to sustainability.
View Company Profile
Charity's

TACT

60a418018660a79f486d5619
TACT supports personal growth through professional development opportunities such as sponsorship towards professional qualifications and a Leadership and Management Development Programme. There is a dedicated focus on the enhancement of skills, and the fostering of a learning environment.
TACT fosters a strong team spirit by encouraging cross-departmental collaborations and organising team wellbeing days. The bi-annual Away Day also provides an opportunity for teams across TACT to come together, fostering a sense of camaraderie and belonging.
TACT provides a fair deal to its staff with measures like the Home Working Allowance, the Pass the Praise Values Recognition scheme that includes a financial reward, long-service awards, and a retail discount scheme.
View Company Profile
Accountancy

DJH

60a414f51d04511d62d2d31d
The company offers a range of internal development courses, including the Leadership & Management Academy and Ambition Academy, fostering personal and professional growth. DJH’s trainee salary review system rewards skills acquisition, promoting a sense of achievement and progress.
Managers at DJH have regular one-on-one Training Support & Development sessions with their team members, addressing any issues proactively and providing structured development plans. They also receive mental health first training to support their teams effectively.
DJH has a robust wellbeing calendar, promoting physical health and team socialising. The organisation also offers 24/7 mental health counselling, therapy and wellbeing support through Spectrum Life, promoting a healthy work-life balance.
View Company Profile
Manufacturing

Instarmac Group

60a426c1b79a370ad882f0d2
Instarmac Group is committed to the development of its employees. Through initiatives like the 'Next Steps' career planning tool and a variety of learning opportunities, employees are encouraged to enhance their skills and pursue their career aspirations.
Instarmac Group ensures that all managers are equipped to provide a supportive environment for their teams. With the help of the 'Clear Review' system, managers can engage in meaningful, two-way conversations about performance, wellbeing, and career development.
Instarmac Group places high importance on the wellbeing of its employees. The company provides a wealth of support services, including a dedicated employee portal, mental health first aiders, and a Wellbeing Hub, to ensure employees' mental, physical, and financial health.
View Company Profile
Telecom

Yo Telecom

60a430cdc7cce7136808a394
At Yo Telecom’s Summer and Christmas All Hands Events, awards are presented to employees who have embodied one of the company’s 10 core values. Rewards and incentives include team activities and nights out, as well as trips abroad such as skiing in Courchevel, jet skiing in Dubai, and yacht trips in Cannes.
Yo Telecom allocates a dedicated budget for funding external courses and certifications, allowing employees to enhance their skills and knowledge by accessing a wide range of learning opportunities. Internally, the organisation offer comprehensive people management training programmes, which include leadership skills, conflict resolution, effective communication, and team management, utilising interactive workshops and real-world case studies.
The CEO and COO have regular weekly catch ups with managers at Yo Telecom to discuss their departments and their development. The organisation also runs weekly Management Meetings on a Friday, where all managers can join virtually for a weekly roundup.
View Company Profile
Consultancy

Tritility

60a41c4f644574dd25c3c50d
Tritility supports is proud to support its people through the good times and the bad. It offers all employees private health insurance and a 24/7 Employee Assistance and Counselling Service. The organisation is an NHS accredited Mindful Employer and a Disability Confident Employer.
The organisation works with Education Partnership North East to offer a range of fully funded distance learning courses. It also provides the opportunity to progress into leadership through its management training pathway, delivered by in-house specialists.
Tritility’s commission structure is uncapped and paid from the first £1 that an employee generates. The organisation also offers additional holiday allowances and salary increases for long service, and a range of office incentives and prizes for excellent performance.
View Company Profile
Recruitment

Trinnovo Group

60a42fee82899d978c972840
Trinnovo Group offers clear Sales and Corporate Career Pathways, diversity training, and two formal management development programmes. These initiatives support the employees' skill utilisation and provide opportunities for advancement.
Trinnovo Group encourages open communication between employees and their managers. The ALP Assemble initiative, for instance, provides the second-tier leadership team with monthly access to the board to discuss innovative ideas or improvements.
The company's emphasis on wellbeing is demonstrated through the introduction of Period and Menopause leave, a generous wellbeing allowance for gym memberships, and access to private healthcare plans.
View Company Profile
Financial Services

TotallyMoney

60a41fa8df49eb26ff02d8a0
TotallyMoney's Managers Network ensures that all managers are equipped to support their teams. They receive internal management training, including essential policies, delegation frameworks, and creating psychological safety, ensuring employees feel trusted and cared for.
TotallyMoney promotes a strong team spirit, encouraged through various social clubs and company-wide social events. These initiatives, along with weekly breakfast meetings, ensure that employees feel a sense of belonging within their teams.
TotallyMoney offers a plethora of growth and development opportunities. Generous training budgets, regular catch-ups, mentoring, and progression frameworks encourage employees to utilise their skills and advance in their careers.
View Company Profile

Enquire Now

Looking for more information on our solutions? Let us know how we can help and the right member of our team will be in touch shortly.

Our products that may be of interest

Want to find out more about how Best Companies products can make the most of the insights gathered in your b-Heard survey? Click below to find out how we can help facilitate positive change in your organisation:

Read more
Read more
Read more
Read more
© 2025 Best Companies Limited
Privacy NoticeApplications Privacy NoticeCookie PolicyTrust CentreContact