Linking Learning to Impact

Is your company struggling with high turnover, losing both talent and critical knowledge as it grows?

Are your systems and processes undocumented, creating chaos and inefficiency?

Do your managers lack the tools and training to build high-performing, aligned teams?

If this sounds familiar, a Fractional Chief Learning & Development Strategist can provide the expertise and support your organization needs to scale sustainably, creating clarity, structure, and systems that drive long-term growth.

 As companies grow, they often face costly and disruptive challenges: high turnover, undocumented systems, lost knowledge, and misaligned teams. Millennials, who make up a significant portion of the modern workforce, often view a year in a role as long-term, leading to frequent turnover. In fact, 21% of millennials change jobs within a year, costing businesses billions annually (Gallup).

Replacing an employee is expensive, with costs ranging from 30% to 150% of their annual salary depending on the role, and up to 400% for senior positions. External hires can command 18–20% higher salaries, require extensive onboarding, and take longer to reach full productivity compared to internal promotions. On the other hand, internal hires are 25% more likely to perform above expectations and require less time and investment to succeed.

Yet, too many growing companies lack the infrastructure to support internal promotions, develop robust career paths, or capture critical knowledge. With 76% of employees finding companies offering skills training more appealing (Axonify), and 94% stating they’d stay longer at organizations investing in their development, the need for structured learning and development is clear.

WattNext, is a learning and development consultancy that empower fast-growing scale-ups to navigate the complexities of growth by designing tailored learning and development strategies.
As a Fractional Chief Learning and Development Strategist, I specialize in creating innovative solutions that align with your business goals, help retain top talent, and foster a culture of continuous growth and development.

WattNext brings decades of expertise in learning design, EdTech, and leadership development.
As your Fractional CLDS, I partner with your organization to solve unique challenges, from building career paths that retain young talent to developing scalable learning strategies. With a deep understanding of what scale-ups need during periods of rapid growth, I provide actionable insights, connect you with the right tools and people, and deliver measurable results. 

Fractional Chief Learning and Development Strategist Services for Scale-Ups

• L&D Strategy Development: Build robust frameworks for leadership, onboarding, and career development.
• Retention-Focused Career Pathing: Design career paths and development plans that retain young, dynamic talent by meeting their need for growth and skill expansion.
• Needs Analysis & Workforce Planning: Assess job roles to identify short-, medium-, and long-term workforce needs.
• Leadership Development Programs: Create customized training for emerging and senior leaders to drive organizational success.
• Learning Technology & Knowledge Management: Set up scalable tool stacks for effective learning and knowledge sharing.
• Innovative Learning Solutions: Introduce methods like microlearning, blended learning, and AR/VR to enhance employee engagement and upskilling.
• Performance Measurement & ROI: Establish KPIs and measure the impact of learning initiatives to show tangible business value.

Every service is tailored to fit your organization’s unique needs. Packages are available for one-time audits, ongoing support, or in-depth consulting.

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Are you ready to build a future-focused learning and development approach? Whether you’re looking to retain top talent, implement cutting-edge tools, or develop leadership programs, WattNext can help.