Welcome to "Building Better Managers" with your host, Wendy Hanson, and special guest John Topping, President & COO at BetterManager. In this episode, John shares the results of a recent ROI study conducted by BetterManager. The study focused on the impact of leadership development programs on organizations and their financial benefits. Wendy introduces John and highlights his impressive career, including his time at Google. The conversation begins with an overview of the study's goals and participants. Here are the key findings: For every dollar invested in leadership development, there's a $7 return on investment. Leadership development is linked to increased sales revenue, with 42% attributing revenue growth to these programs. Over 85% reported higher employee satisfaction, performance, and promotion opportunities. Despite economic challenges, the study revealed that 99% of professionals plan to maintain or increase spending on leadership development in the next 12 months. Tune in to discover the incredible impact of leadership development on organizations! But the conversation is just the beginning of our journey! If you're excited to explore more, we encourage you to download our FREE ROI study. Inside, you'll uncover the strategies that drive financial success and gain the insights you need to make informed decisions about your investment in leadership development. It's a valuable resource waiting for you, so let's continue this learning adventure together! For transcripts and other available downloads, please visit the BetterManager website. https://www.bettermanager.co/podcast © 2019 - 2023 BetterManager