CC - Item 7B - Professional Training - 7 Habits of Highly Effective People Survey and Pricing OptionsROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL
STAFF REPORT
TO: THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
FROM: BEN KIM, CITY MANAGER
DATE: May 28, 2024
SUBJECT: PROFESSIONAL TRAINING — 7 HABITS OF HIGHLY EFFECTIVE
PEOPLE SURVEY AND PRICING OPTIONS
At the January 23, 2024 City Council meeting, Mayor Ly requested for an agenda item to discuss
professional training program and noted, "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People", a book
written by Mr. Stephen Covey. In order to gauge staff interest a survey of all full-time and part-
time staff was conducted.
The survey was sent out a total of 3 times. Out of a total of 250 staff surveyed (64 full-time and
186 part-time), 50 (20% of the total) completed the survey with 41 being interested in taking the
training and 9 not interested. Out of those 41 interested, 27 are full-time staff members and 14 are
part-time staff members. Out of the 9 staff members that are not interested in taking part in the
training, 5 are full-time staff members and 4 are part-time staff members.
Out of the total number of surveys completed, 78% of staff are interested in attending and 22% are
not interested.
FranklinCovey provides different pricing options for this training. The estimates below are for 40
participants, which is the maximum number of attendees for an in-person training.
Pricing Option 1
In this option, a trainer is provided by FranklinCovey to come on site to conduct the training.
There are three different options listed below depending on the program chosen (foundations or
signature):
(1) 7 Habits of Highly Effective People Foundations — $12,540.00
(plus travel and expenses if held in-person)
a. 40 participant kits — $8,040.00
b. 1 consultant day — $4,500.00
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(2) 7 Habits of Highly Effective People Signature (2 days) — $21,160.00
(plus travel and expenses if held in-person)
a. 40 participant kits — $12,160.00
b. 2 consultant days — $9,000.00
(3) 7 Habits of Highly Effective People Signature (3 days) — $25.660.00
(plus travel and expenses if held in-person)
a. 40 participant kits — $12,160.00
b. 3 consultant days — $13,500.00
It should be noted that the in-person event has a maximum capacity of forty participants.
The "Foundations" version of the program is for beginners, while the "Signature" version is more
advanced. The "Signature" version is available in two lengths: two and three days. The three-day
version is the most in-depth.
Pricing Option 2
In this option, a current staff member goes through the training virtually to be certified. This
trainer can then train City staff.
(1) City of Rosemead facilitator for 7 Habits Foundations — $8,040.00
a. 40 participant kits — $8,040.00
b. Virtual Certification and Facilitator Kit— $2,350 waived
(2) City of Rosemead facilitator for 7 Habits Signature (2 days) — $12.160.00
a. 40 participant kits — $12,160.00
b. Virtual Certification and Facilitator Kit— $2,350 waived
(3) City of Rosemead facilitator for 7 Habits Signature (3 days) — $12.160.00
a. 40 participant kits — $12,160.00
b. Virtual Certification and Facilitator Kit — $2,350 waived
It should be noted that additional participant kits for the "Foundations" version equate to $201 per
kit, and $304 per kit for the signature version.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council discuss and provide staff direction.
STRATEGIC PLAN IMPACT
Meets the Employee Retention and Development goal: Rosemead is an adaptable organization
focused on employee growth, development, and retention, and one that promotes a culture of
collaboration, support, and success.
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FISCAL IMPACT
The cost will vary depending on the direction that the Council provides.
PUBLIC NOTICE PROCESS
This item has been noticed through the regular agenda notification process.
Prepare by:
Alicia Ramirez
HR Manager