Learning agility : the impact on recruitment and retention /: the impact on recruitment and retention. (2016)

• Record Type: Book
• Further Information: Note: Linda S. Gravett, Sheri A. Caldwell.
• Authors: Gravett, Linda; Caldwell, Sheri A, 1966-
• Contents: Acknowledgments; Contents; Chapter 1: What is Learning Agility?; References; Chapter 2: Why Organizations Should Concentrate on Learning Agility; References; Chapter 3: Interviewing and Testing for Learning Agility; Interview Questions for Learning Agility; Testing for Learning Agility; Learning Agility Self-Assessment; Scoring Interpretation for Column Scores; Reference; Chapter 4: Developing and Fostering an Environment for Learning Agility; Ways to Enhance Verbal Abilities; Enhancing Your Visual/Spatial Abilities; Enhancing Intrapersonal Skills; Enhancing Interpersonal Skills. Competency MappingProcess Maps for Job Functions; Objectives; Goals; Tactics; References; Chapter 5: Metrics and R.O.I. of Learning Agility; Why Metrics?; Benefits of Metrics; Four Steps to Implement Effective Metrics; State Metrics; Obtain Buy-In; Design, Measure, and Communicate; Review and Revise; A Practical Example; Chapter 6: Applying Learning Agility: Some Case Studies and Role-Plays; Case Studies; Reference; Chapter 7: How to Sustain a Culture of Learning Agility; Implications for Practice; Align Succession Plan with Strategic Objectives; Leadership Development. Identify Critical PositionsIdentify Core Leadership Competencies; Succession Planning Set as Goals for Senior Managers; Differentiate Between High Potentials and High Performers; Create Position Profiles; Conduct an Integrated Key Talent Review Session; Conduct Multi-Rater Feedback; Determine Individual Leadership Gaps; Develop List of Potential Directed Assignments; Create Leadership Development Curriculum; Create Individual Development Plans; Implement IDPs; Set Quarterly Checkpoint Meetings; Schedule Annual Talent Review Discussion; Review HR for Alignment. Determine Outcomes, Communication Method, and Metrics of the Succession-Planning ProcessMeasure Results; Advantages to the 360-Degree Process; Pitfalls in the 360-Degree Process; References; Chapter 8: The Future of Learning Agility; Steps to identify the important causes using simple rule (80/20) Pareto analysis[2][edit]; References; Appendix A: Sample Career Matrix; Appendix B: Pareto Analysis Description; Appendix C: PACE of Change Model; Appendix D: Change Management Style Self-Assessment; Appendix E: Change Readiness Checklist; Appendix F: Learning-Agility Self-Assessment. Scoring Interpretation for Column ScoresAppendix G: Learning-Agility Assessment; Interpretation of Results; Appendix H; Appendix I: Preparing for Difficult Conversations; Preparing for Difficult Conversations; How would you describe the person with whom you'll be talking?; How do you think this person would describe you?; Describe specifically the behavior you're dissatisfied with.; What evidence do you have of this behavior?; Describe specifically the behavior you want.; What are the consequences/impact if the person doesn't change?
• Publisher Details: New York : Palgrave Macillan
• Publication Date: 2016
• Extent: 1 online resource
• Subjects: 658.311; Business; Employees -- Recruiting; Employee retention; Management science; Manpower policy; Organization; Leadership; BUSINESS & ECONOMICS -- Industrial Management; BUSINESS & ECONOMICS -- Management; BUSINESS & ECONOMICS -- Management Science; BUSINESS & ECONOMICS -- Organizational Behavior; Employee retention; Employees -- Recruiting; Business & Economics -- Strategic Planning; Organizational theory & behaviour; Business strategy; Business & Economics -- Human Resources & Personnel Management; Personnel & human resources management; Electronic books
• Languages: English
• ISBNs: 9781137599650; 1137599650; 1137599642; 9781137599643
• Related ISBNs: 9781137599643
• Notes: Note: Includes bibliographical references and index.; Note: Online resource; title from PDF title page (EBSCO, viewed May 9, 2016).
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