Design is part one of the four-part talent optimization discipline. This is where you’ll create and continuously evolve your people strategy. Why design is important to talent optimization Many companies cobble together employees without considering team dynamics, and they appoint leaders who might be excellent individual contributors but who lack the self-awareness and/or motivation needed…
Talent optimization is a four-part discipline for aligning your business strategy and your people strategy so that you can achieve your desired business results. At its core is the collection, analysis, and application of people data. Here are the four aptitudes you must master to practice talent optimization successfully:
There are five essential truths of talent optimization. 1. Talent optimization exists within business context. Talent optimization doesn’t happen in a vacuum. It’s informed by business strategy and it produces—or fails to produce if not implemented—desired business results. Most businesses have some form of a business strategy. Many times, this strategy reads out in technical…
Talent optimization is the discipline of aligning business strategy and talent strategy. It’s a strategic process by which organizations optimize employee performance and experience to achieve their aspirations and maximize their results. As a business leader, it’s your job to make sure your company puts your talent into the optimal position to produce your desired…
Frequently asked questions (FAQs) How it works Note: We offer two certifications based on role: the Talent Optimization Leader Certification and the Talent Optimization Consultant Certification. On the next page, you’ll self-select your role so we can customize your certification experience.
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Is your Reference Profile a Strategist—or do you work with someone who is? This course will cover everything you need to know about who a Strategist is, how they work on a team, and how they lead. Start by checking out this intro video to understand Strategists at a high level. “Strategists like things done…
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Is your Reference Profile a Specialist—or do you work with someone who is? This course will cover everything you need to know about who a Specialist is, how they work on a team, and how they lead. Start by checking out this intro video to understand Specialists at a high level. “A Specialist is someone…
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Is your Reference Profile a Persuader—or do you work with someone who is? This course will cover everything you need to know about who a Persuader is, how they work on a team, and how they lead. Start by checking out this intro video to understand Persuaders at a high level. “When I first learned…
Is your Reference Profile a Altruist—or do you work with someone who is? This course will cover everything you need to know about who an Altruist is, how they work on a team, and how they lead. Start by checking out this intro video to understand Altruists at a high level. “In my previous job,…