Consistency in talent practices across a global organization is hard to get off the ground, but aerospace manufacturer Lockheed Martin saw its capability soar as a result. Lockheed Martin leaders were hesitant to give up their high potentials or high performers because they were not sure of the players...

“As CEOs, we often get hired or succeed to the position based on our ability to get things done. Once in the role, we must realize that what got us here does not necessarily guarantee our success in the CEO seat. To be successful leaders, we need to intentionally develop and use more of our interpersonal...

Most employers are reluctant to openly identify and label key workers as “critical talent”, but fears this status will be used as a bargaining chip are misplaced, says human capital expert Anthony Sork. Many HR professionals believe that “identifying and labelling” individuals...

It is not people, but the ability to manage people, that is an organization’s greatest asset, says leadership expert Tony Wilson. Wilson, a performance coach who has worked with elite athletes and corporate executives in Australia and the US, says leaders and their teams can be an employer’s...

Every day is a talent review day around here. Some days I bring cookies. The days without snacks are the informal moments where the work of talent management usually happens: A decision is made to fill the open sales manager spot with an experienced pro; an impressive presentation is given to a team...

As I sat down to write this article, I was wondering where I should begin. The topic of leadership in a start up is so interesting and has so many facets that, for a moment, I was undecided about which aspect I should start with. Then, I realised that, in some respects, the dilemma I was facing...

While one says “no thanks” to schoolwork, the other thinks “never enough.” An array of factors makes them perform in the way they do or do not: environment, confidence, maturity, interest level and vision. No matter the managerial oversight (mom and dad), the training and learning...

Ask the person which type of training would be beneficial. If it’s a first foray into a leadership role, provide opportunities to quickly ramp up his leadership skills. If multicultural training is the issue, immersive exposure to the various cultural homelands of his workers may be in order. Q:...

If you are in a management or leadership role which involves leading, motivating and inspiring other people, then you are one of the privileged ones. The opportunity to lead others is one that is not given to too many people. However, the leadership of others comes with a great deal of responsibility....

Michael Chaney – Chairman – National Australia Bank The CEO-Chairman relationship is a pivotal one in a public company.  Like any relationship, an understanding of each other’s roles can be vital.  We asked former Wesfarmers CEO and now National Australia Bank and Woodside Petroleum...