IDENTIFYING AND DEVELOPING TOP TALENT
INTRODUCTION
At Syensqo, Managers are expected to support their team members’ development, whatever their potential. Managers play a critical role in identifying and supporting top talent, as they are often the closest and best positioned to influence their development.
How should a Leader identify Top Talent?
- Use your check-in conversations to explore and discuss your team members’ aspirations and their development plan.
- Not sure what questions to ask to stimulate this discussion? Consult this development discussion guide.
- Review and understand the criteria and nomination process for the various top talent pools in order to determine whether your employee may be eligible to be nominated for a top talent pool.
What should a Leader do to develop top talent?
- Engage in frequent check-in discussions with your top talent pool members on their experience in the top talent development programs.
- Consult this Check-In Discussion Guide for Managers of Top Talent.
- Remember, 70% of learning comes from experience, challenges, and assignments (on-the-job).
- Be open-minded and supportive when opportunities arise for the individual to take a broader role and expand/develop their skill set.
Examples may include: leading or participating in a project, taking on a stretch challenge or opportunity, job shadowing, taking a lateral move or promotion, gaining exposure to wider internal networks or senior leadership, or engaging in a mentoring or coaching relationship.
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