Shownotes:
(3:06) Introducing Randy Olson and Michael Thomas
(6:20) What Are You Reading?
(10:07) Why FM’s Should Focus on Professional Development in 2022
(14:20) The Impact of Going Through the ProFM Program
(18:36) Challenges with Professional Development
(14:11) Top Focus For FM’s In 2022
(24:15) ProFM Credential Topics
(27:41) Training and Educating FM’s in 2022
(34:03) What Started Randy in ProFm
(38:32) Wrap Up
Links:
Books:
Who Do You Want to be When You Grow Old?
Quotes:
"It's up to us as leaders in this industry to really recognize that, [The Great Resignation] step up, and say, 'You know what, we're going to train this next generation, or look at people who have the right qualities as managers and leaders and employees.' And really take the time to invest in those guys."
(14:00) - Shawn Black
"Training… It just puts you in a better position to perform your job. We're not going to know everything, but having that training to fall back on definitely helps you in this world."
(17:18) - Michael Thomas
"We have to be a good steward of the company's resources and be that partner. Whether it's for our employer or the client."
(20:03) - Michael Thomas
"To be able to have individuals get through the program, and that have a positive impact and deliver value to their organizations and to deliver value to the world is very satisfying."
(20:43) - Randy Olson