Implementation of Executive IDPs Is No Place for Shortcuts

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Kris Routch

An effective individual development plan process requires specific goals, strong commitment, and executive sponsorship. Are you willing to do what it takes to create an effective process to develop your senior leaders? As leaders move up the corporate ladder, they conti... More »

Investing in Learning

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Jennifer J. Salopek

A strong culture of continuous learning encourages employees to be proactive partners in their growth and development. Much has changed at Summit Credit Union in the past three years. A merger in the fall of 2008 nearly doubled the organizations size, necessitating the ... More »

Cultivating Top Talent at Mercer

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Deb Wheelock

As a global provider of consulting, outsourcing, and investment services, including human capital and talent optimization, Mercer understands the value of talent management. Our clients rely on our intellectual capital - our expertise, advice, and solutions - and as suc... More »

Having Their Backs: Improving Managers’ Skills in Developing Others

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Preston Brown

Developing others is a leadership competency of increasing importance; however, many managers don't really know where to start. The first step in developing others is to put in place an employee development framework that encompasses processes, resources, and a culture ... More »

Successful Leadership Transition

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Joseph Christy

Transition of top-level leadership can present numerous challenges to organizations. In the first decade of the 21st century, the challenges are more acute than at any time in the recent past. The retirement of the baby boom generation, increased demand for accountabili... More »