A Conversation about Bridging the Transfer Gap Through Social Support and Networks

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Despite significant investments in workplace training, a stubborn gap often prevents employees from applying new skills to their daily tasks. Recent research suggests that the most effective way to close this gap is to view training transfer and knowledge sharing as parallel social processes rather than individual burdens. Success depends heavily on social support, as active encouragement from supervisors and peers creates a reinforcing environment for learning to take root. Organizations can further improve outcomes by focusing on volition, which helps employees persist through obstacles encountered after a workshop ends. By intentionally fostering knowledge networks, companies can transform isolated training events into a sustainable organizational capability that enhances both performance and satisfaction. Ultimately, evaluating the growth of these professional connections provides a more accurate measure of a program's true strategic impact. See Privacy Policy at and California Privacy Notice at .

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