Dr. Keith Keating’s Post

📣 Last week, BDO Canada invested an incredible 40,000 hours in learning!📣 ✨ 40,000 hours!!!✨ We had an astounding 4,000 people from across Canada join us for our first-ever #SkillUP Summit, a three-day learning extravaganza delivered by industry thought leaders on strategic thinking, leadership, and AI. At BDO Canada, we are passionately committed to upskilling our people for a resilient future. This monumental effort underscores our belief that ongoing learning and development empower us to innovate, grow, and bend the arc of possibility for our people, our clients, and our firm. Thank you to everyone who participated and made this event a tremendous success. Together, we’re building a brighter, more innovative future! #BDOSkillUP #LearningAndDevelopment #Innovation #Leadership #AI #StrategicThinking #NeverStopLearning #ProudToBeBDO

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📣 L&D/Talent Leaders - Your Input is Needed!📣 🌍 I've been on a quest to find a research-backed estimate of the number of hours leaders should commit to their professional growth and development each year. After reaching out to many associations, I've found that the numbers varied significantly without much consistency or research-based data. 🌍 To shed some light on this, I’ve compiled and analyzed various data points: 1. DDI's 2021 Global Leadership Forecast: Leaders spend about 4.4 hours per week on learning and development, totaling 229 hours per year. 2. Fortune 100 Companies: Approximately 35 hours per year focused on career roadmapping and leadership development. 3. IESE May 2023: Recommends leaders invest 5% of their time in training, roughly 100 hours per year. 4. General Training Data: Average employees received 57 hours of training per year, with some sectors offering up to 94 hours. 5. Specific Leadership Development Programs:   - Harvard and Wharton: Programs ranging from a few days to 5 weeks.   - University of Alberta: Advanced Certificate of Leadership totaling 126 hours.   - Edwards School of Business: 40-hour programs. 6. Corporate Examples: Various durations, from 2.5-day sessions to multi-month and multi-year programs at companies like JP Morgan Chase, Accenture, Deloitte, IBM, and EY. 7. Behavioral Psychology: Average of 66 days for a new behavior to become automatic. Based on this data, a balanced estimate suggests that leaders and aspiring leaders should commit approximately 100 hours per year to their professional development. This aligns with moderate to high commitment recommendations and reflects a reasonable investment in leadership growth. Now, I'm reaching out to the LinkedIn community for your input, data, and feedback to help validate this estimate. How many hours do you believe leaders should dedicate to their development annually? Do you have research or insights that support or challenge this figure? Let’s collaborate to refine this estimate and ensure we’re making informed decisions about leadership development! #LeadershipDevelopment #ContinuousLearning #ProfessionalGrowth #Leadership #LearningandDevelopment #SkillUp #BDOCanada #FutureOfWork

Don’t take my word for it…but maybe take his

✨✨✨As we wrap up the final day of the SkillUP Summit at BDO Canada, I am filled with immense pride and gratitude. Over the past two days, we’ve had the privilege of diving deep into crucial topics like Psychological Safety, Gen AI, strategic thinking, and today, we're focusing on "The Trust Blueprint: Creating Authentic Relationships" and the future of work. 🌟🤖 This summit has been more than just an event—it’s a testament to BDO’s unwavering commitment to investing in our talent. We believe in equipping our people with the knowledge, skills, and tools they need to excel in an ever-evolving landscape. Our partnership with Harvard Business School and our emphasis on cutting-edge topics like Gen AI highlight our dedication to continuous learning and innovation. 🎓💡 A huge thank you to all our speakers, production team, and participants who have made this summit an inspiring and transformative experience. Your energy, enthusiasm, and willingness to embrace new ideas have been truly remarkable. (I've never seen so much chat engagement in any program...ever.) 🙌✨ At BDO, we don’t just talk about the importance of learning and development—we live it. Together, we are building a future where our people are empowered, our clients are well-served, and our organization continues to thrive. 🚀💼 Here’s to the incredible journey of growth and excellence we are on together. Remember, the future of work is bright when we never stop learning! 🌈📚 #BDOSkillUP #LearningCulture #GenAI #Leadership #FutureOfWork #BDOCanada #ProudCLO #NeverStopLearning #BDOLearn

🎉🎉🎉What an incredible start to the SkillUP Summit here at BDO Canada! Day 1 exceeded all expectations, and I couldn't be prouder of the energy and enthusiasm from everyone involved. 🎉🎉🎉 We kicked off with an outstanding keynote from Dan Pontefract, who truly set the tone with his session on Strategic Thinking. "Uncle Dan" (his words, not mine) was engaging, fun, and deeply insightful—everyone absolutely loved him! His ability to challenge our thinking and inspire new ways of approaching strategy was simply amazing. Following Dan we had breakout sessions on Gen AI and closed the day with a keynote on Psychological Safety. As we move forward, I’m thrilled for the next two days packed with even more top-tier learning experiences. Tomorrow we start with a keynote on Creating a Growth Mindset and breakout sessions on inspiring leadership and strategic thinking as we dive deep into the skills that will shape our future. Thank you to everyone who made today a success and to all the participants for your enthusiasm. Let’s keep this momentum going and continue to make the most of this incredible opportunity to learn and grow together. Stay tuned for more highlights and insights from Day 2 and Day 3 of the SkillUP Summit. Together, we are truly demonstrating what a dynamic learning culture looks like. #BDOSkillUP #LearningCulture #StrategicThinking #Leadership #GenAI #BDOCanada #ProudCLO #NeverStopLearning #BDOPride

🎉🎉🎉Today, we kick off our SkillUP Summit at BDO Canada, and as the Chief Learning & Development Officer, I couldn't be more proud. 🎉🎉🎉 With 4 keynotes, 13 sessions, and 11 hours of top-tier learning focused on three crucial skills—leadership, Gen AI, and strategic thinking—this summit is a testament to our commitment to growth and excellence. At BDO, we don't just talk about the importance of learning; we lead by example. This summit is an incredible demonstration of a learning culture in action, showcasing how we invest in the development and future readiness of our talent. Our people are our greatest asset, and by equipping them with the skills they need to thrive in a rapidly changing world, we ensure that BDO remains at the forefront of innovation and leadership. To everyone participating and contributing to this event, thank you for your enthusiasm and dedication. Together, we are bending the arc of possibility and setting new standards for excellence. Let’s continue to embrace the journey of learning and growth. Remember, the future of work is all about continuous development, and at BDO, we are proud to be leading the way. #BDOSkillUP #LearningCulture #Leadership #GenAI #StrategicThinking #ProudCLO #BDOCanada #NeverStopLearning #BDOPride #BDOLearn

🌈🎉 Yesterday, BDO Canada proudly marched as a company in the Toronto Pride parade! It was an incredible experience celebrating diversity, inclusion, and the freedom to be ourselves. 🏳️🌈 At BDO, we believe in creating a work environment where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work every day. Our participation in Pride is just one example of our commitment to fostering an inclusive culture where all voices are heard and valued. Thank you to everyone who joined us in this celebration of love and equality & to our amazing team that made this possible! Let's continue to stand together and support each other, both at work and in our communities. Glory Keong, PMP, G. Dipl. SRS Rachel Gervais, CPA, CA Janeva Ferras Courtney Santin #BDOCanada #Pride2024 #Inclusion #Diversity #BeYourself #TorontoPride #PrideParade #LoveIsLove

…what he said.