Go1, a global leader in learning and employee development, has launched Go1 Pay, a new solution that enables HR leaders to fund and track manager-driven development beyond traditional eLearning. This includes access to books, coaching, certifications, conferences, and other real-world learning experiences, all within defined budgets and guardrails.
Quick Intel
Go1's latest research report, "The Weight of Development," uncovers a significant gap in workplace learning: while employees frequently need guidance to perform effectively, they rarely turn to formal learning platforms first. Nearly half report seeking advice multiple times in the past month, yet just 7% default to eLearning tools. Colleagues and managers remain the primary sources of support, highlighting the central role of human connections in growth.
This insight challenges traditional development systems, which often focus on assignment, tracking, and compliance rather than enabling timely, manager-led action. Go1 Pay addresses this by providing HR teams with a streamlined mechanism to allocate funds for diverse, practical learning formats that align closely with daily work and immediate needs.
"Employees are asking for development that feels more human and more connected to the work they're doing every day," said Chris Eigeland, CEO of Go1. "Go1 Pay helps HR leaders support that shift — making it easier to invest in growth that actually builds capability."
Development Needs to Feel Relevant in the Moment Employees seek support that delivers immediate value. The research emphasizes that relevance drives perceived value in coaching and development, with a majority citing direct ties to current work and role-specific applicability as key factors. This points to the need for HR systems that integrate learning into real-time workflows and support varied formats beyond digital courses.
Unlocking Managers as the Engine of Development Managers play a pivotal role in employee growth, engagement, and retention, yet many employees feel they must self-navigate development opportunities. Nearly half rely primarily on their own judgment, despite turning to managers most often for help. Managers themselves express a strong desire for tools that fit seamlessly into their daily routines, link learning to on-the-job application, and incorporate AI to enhance coaching and skill development.
Go1 Pay empowers HR leaders to bridge these gaps by offering structured yet flexible funding options. It centralizes oversight while giving managers the autonomy to invest in high-impact experiences that build real capability.
This launch marks a key evolution for Go1, expanding beyond conventional eLearning to support continuous, human-centered workforce development that blends digital content with practical experiences and stronger managerial involvement. It follows the recent introduction of Morgan, Go1's intelligent agent, further aligning learning with day-to-day work, business goals, and compliance demands.
For more insights and key findings, download "The Weight of Development" at Go1.com/reports/weight-of-development-report. To learn more about Go1 Pay, visit Go1.com/go1pay.
About Go1
Go1 makes it easier for companies to deliver learning that matters. By combining high-quality learning content with AI tools to find, manage, and roll out learning, Go1 helps organizations support personalized development, meet compliance needs, and keep skills up to date. Millions of learners around the world use Go1 every day. Go1 works with more than 10,000 organizations globally and is backed by leading investors including AirTree Ventures, Blue Cloud Ventures, Five Sigma, Insight Partners, Madrona, Salesforce Ventures, SEEK Investments, SoftBank Vision Fund 2 and Y Combinator. Go1 is a Y Combinator 2023 Top Company.
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