Fearless Talent Choices

Business leaders need to improve the workplace to capitalize on their most precious resource: their talent.

Change is often unsettling, but in today’s business environment, it’s inevitable. To drive their organizations forward, business leaders need to help their employees thrive within this sea of constant change. Thus, they must think about managing their talent differently.

Leaders must ensure the talent within their companies aligns with their business strategy; is capable of meeting future challenges; is operating at its best; makes the most of organizational resources and knowledge; is accountable and working in ways that are in accord with desired business outcomes; and is able to adapt to technological developments and economic transitions.

Leaders must align their talent with the strategic goals of the business.

Business leaders can strengthen their strategic intent and help ensure their organization is focused on the appropriate issues in a number of ways:

• Write a descriptive statement indicating the value the organization provides in measurable ways.
• Identify core...