A 2013 Management Research Group (MRG) study found that strategic thinking was the most important leadership quality to perceptions of “success” and “effectiveness” in the workplace — twice as important as communication. Develop strategic thinking skills. MORE

Yet most of the time, these managers operate as cogs in a system, with limited development, recognition, or flexibility in decision making. Many learning organizations fail to provide enough leadership development and performance support to this important group. Create Career Paths. MORE

Recruiting Host: Gordon Collier About: Dropping talent acquisition value in short consumable episodes designed for the "recruiter". It includes stories and journeys of CHRO's, Chief People Officers, CEO, Head of Talent, and more. Join us as we reimagine talent. MORE

A 2013 Management Research Group (MRG) study found that strategic thinking was the most important leadership quality to perceptions of “success” and “effectiveness” in the workplace — twice as important as communication. After all, Millennials tend to prioritize personal growth, and managers require new skills, such as strategic over tactical thinking, coaching rather than project managing, communicating to all levels of the organization, and prioritization. MORE

After an employee is coached about their performance, a follow-up meeting should always be scheduled. In many cases, they’re right in front of us. One of the great things about books is they’re often the source of case studies. Right there, you get proven solutions about how an organization was faced with a problem, developed a program, and measured results. Always. Even if the employee turns their performance around a full 180 degrees. MORE

That’s when his career shifted to the learning and development field. They created a role for me that didn’t exist,” said Ilvento, who became their first CLO and director of talent development in 2011. Talent Reviews in a Snap. Joe Ilvento knows how to sell. MORE

To remain a premier company in today’s national security marketplace, BAE Systems needs to ensure it develops and—importantly—retains its high-potential talent. In a highly specialized sector where talent is in demand and actively recruited, organizational success depends not only on employees’ technical and leadership skills, but also on their ability to shape their career direction and attain their career goals at BAE Systems. BAE Systems Inc., the U.S. MORE