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The most important contribution you can make to your organization in 2011 is to redesign the talent management strategy.
January 2011
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Frightening Statistics
29 percent of workers plan to change jobs in the next 12 months.
- 30 percent feel overworked and are still resentful about layoffs
- 33 percent think they are overqualified for their current positions
- 23 percent are not interested in their work (CareerBuilder)
59% of professionals in India reported that they were likely to quit their jobs this year due to lack of promotional opportunities. 50% cited as the reason for their imminent departure was a lack of communication and involvement by top management. (Regus) In a January 2011 survey of 459 human-resources executives, 51 percent of respondents said they expect it will be harder to retain key talent as the economy improves. (Towers Watson)
The Principle
Your organization's success in times of unprecedented stress and change depends on your ability to attract and retain talented people who are willing to take on challenges and "grow and learn" their way through difficulties.
Reflection Questions:
- What percentage of your team demonstrates initiative and perseverance? How many are willing to view problems as opportunities to learn and grow?
- How often do you meet with valued team members individually to gauge their job satisfaction and identify areas of potential dissatisfaction?
- How effective is your recruitment and interviewing process in identifying candidates with the right mindset for success in changing times?
Take Action:
- Read Mindset by Carol S. Dweck to identify the characteristics of the "growth mindset" that correlates with success
- Contact Forward Focus for assistance in redesigning your recruitment and interviewing strategy to incorporate a growth-oriented focus
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