Human Resources Kit For Dummies, 4th Edition

Chapter 15

Pathing Careers and Developing Leaders

IN THIS CHAPTER

Grasping the importance of providing career paths for team members

Using mentoring and coaching to foster employee growth

Increasing leadership skill in your organization

Boosting your organization’s bench strength through succession planning

Developing employee recognition programs

One of the chief responsibilities of your role as a people-focused leader is finding and recruiting the best people. But after they’re onboard, it’s every bit as important to help your staff keep growing professionally.

Companies that view ongoing leadership and career development as something employees should do on their own are missing valuable retention opportunities. Your team members — particularly your top performers — should be able to visualize their potential to advance and take on increasing responsibility within your organization. Employees clearly value this guidance from their organizations. Even before the Great Resignation ...