Prompt Library: Staff Training and Development

Training

1. Onboarding Checklist:
   "Create a detailed onboarding checklist for new staff at [nonprofit name], including orientation topics, introductions, and first-week tasks."

2. Training Session Outline:
   "Draft an outline for a staff training session on [specific topic, e.g., effective communication, program management]. Include key objectives and activities."

3. Workshop Invitation Email:
   "Write an email inviting staff to attend a workshop on [specific skill or topic]. Highlight the benefits of attending and include registration details."

4. Skill Assessment Survey:
   "Create a survey to assess staff skills and identify training needs in areas like [specific skill sets, e.g., leadership, technology, fundraising]."

5. Conflict Resolution Training:
   "Draft a training module on conflict resolution, including role-playing exercises and practical techniques for resolving workplace disagreements."

6. Compliance Training Reminder:
   "Write a reminder email for staff to complete required compliance training on [specific topic, e.g., safety, data protection]. Include deadlines and links to resources."

7. Cross-Training Plan:
   "Develop a plan for cross-training staff to cover multiple roles within [nonprofit name], including a schedule and key skills to focus on."

8. Interactive Training Content:
   "Create ideas for interactive training content, such as quizzes, simulations, or team challenges, to engage staff during a session on [specific topic]."

Development

1. Professional Growth Plan:
   "Write a template for creating individual professional growth plans for staff, including sections for goals, timelines, and necessary resources."

2. Mentorship Program Invitation:
   "Draft an email inviting senior staff to mentor junior team members. Highlight the benefits for both mentors and mentees."

3. Leadership Development Session:
   "Create an agenda for a leadership development workshop, focusing on skills like decision-making, team building, and strategic thinking."

4. Feedback Request for Development:
   "Write an email asking staff to provide feedback on current development opportunities and suggest areas where they’d like more training."

5. Team Building Activity Guide:
   "Develop a guide for a team-building activity that promotes collaboration and trust among staff at [nonprofit name]."

6. Lunch-and-Learn Invitation:
   "Draft an email inviting staff to a lunch-and-learn session on [specific topic], featuring a guest speaker or internal expert."

7. Performance Review Prep Email:
   "Write a message to staff explaining how to prepare for their upcoming performance reviews, including tips for self-assessment and goal-setting."

8. Staff Development Newsletter:
   "Create a monthly newsletter template to share training opportunities, development tips, and staff success stories."