Maxwell Locke & Ritter is committed to developing the professional and life skills of all members of the firm. We feel that training and development is a foundational part of our people's personal and professional success.
Professional Development at Maxwell Locke & Ritter is grounded in goal–setting and ties directly to our Strategic Plan. The goal–setting structure requires a minimum of three sessions per year and individuals are encouraged to schedule extra sessions at their discretion. We do not assign Advisors, rather each associate is responsible for analyzing their own goals and relationships to determine which Advisor best suits their personal needs and comfort level.
New–hires at Maxwell Locke & Ritter are currently expected to meet with advisors for a one–month, three–month, six–month and nine–month "check–up". Advisors are provided with a checklist of items to review with new–hires in order to be certain that the associate is transitioning well into the culture and business strategies of the firm. New–hires are assigned a Service Line Buddy to further assist with this transition.
Associate Responsibilities:
- Communicate your objectives and expectations for this relationship
- Initiate regular meetings (minimally the three goal–setting sessions) with Advisor
Advisor Responsibilities:
- Be accessible
- Create an atmosphere where clear, open, two–way communication is possible
- Keep commitments made to associate
- Keep confidences
- Provide sound advice & help associate find positive solutions to problems
- Help associates understand strategies and goals of the firm
Service–Line Buddy Responsibilities:
- Have lunch (scheduled by HR) with the new–hire on his/her second day.
- Check in with new–hire daily through the first week, then weekly for 4 weeks.
- Stay alert to emotional status of the new–hire.
- Provide day–to–day counsel as issues arise.
- Be accessible
To help individuals meet their goals, we provide continual, relevant, highest quality training. A strong culture of learning assures that everyone has the opportunity to improve their skills and enjoy a challenging work environment.
