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Running Head: THE FUTURE OF TALENT MANAGEMENT 1
The Future of Talent Management: Attracting & Retaining Talent Through
Employee Learning, Career Development, and Internal Mobility Opportunities
Kayla Cruz
Florida International University
PAD 6946
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The Future of Work
The workplace is changing exponentially. To deny the fact, would simply be
naïve. The very nature of both the public and private sectors is different today than it was
twenty years ago, and as a society, we’ve progressed from an Industrial Age, to one much
moreconcerned with human capital.As a result, the focus of organizations has shifted, in
an attempt to remain competitive in the global market. Rather than solely focusing on
production, top organizations have begun to embrace the significance and importance of
their human resources. Effective human resources management will prove to be a crucial
element in the success of organizations in the future, as the success of organizations will
largely depend on the ability to attract and retain top talent. Organizations that thrive in
the new market will be those with extensive talent management strategies,providing
individuals with access to employee learning, career development, and internal mobility
opportunities.
Why Does Talent Matter?
The goal of most modern-day organizations is to be recognized as the best in their
industry. This “desire to be the best”has come into being, primarily due to our culture’s
tendency to celebrate superstars.As Godin (2007) states, “We reward the product or the
song or the organization or the employee that is number one” (p. 6), and as a result, being
average is no longer acceptable. For this reason, employers have invested significant time
and energy into differentiating themselves from competitors in the market. Over time,
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however, the general consensus has become the following: “the ability to effectively
hire, retain, deploy, and engage talent- at all levels- is really the only true competitive
advantage an organization possesses” (Wellins et. al, p. 1).
It makes sense, really. As Wellins et. al argue, “your organization can create a
new product and it is easily copied. Lower your prices and competitors will follow. Go
after a lucrative market and someone is there right after you, careful to avoid making
your initial mistakes. But replicating a high-quality, highly engaged workforce is nearly
impossible” (p. 1). Given the fundamental importance of a highly engaged workforce,
organizations have placed a large focus on the implementation of talent management
strategies, hoping to improve their global rankings amongst other competitors.
The focus on talent management has proven to be financially rewarding for
employers, as a 2007 study from the Hacket Group found that companies excelling at
managing talent reported earnings 15 percent higher than their peers (Wellins et. al, p.2).
In addition, similar studies have concluded that the focus on talent management has
resulted in higher stock market returns and superior safety records, both desirable
business goals for modern-day employers. Particularly interesting is the changing value
of tangible and intangible company assets. The Brookings Institution found that “in 1982,
62 percent of an average company’s value was attributed to its physical assets and only
38 percent to intangible assets. By 2003, these percentages nearly flip-flopped, with 80
percent of value attributed to intangible assets and 20 percent to tangible assets” (Wellins
et. al, p.3).
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Talent, therefore, is inevitably replacing capital as the ultimate competitive
differentiator, and “as “talentism” becomes the new “capitalism”, human potential will be
the catalyst for change and the major agent of economic growth” (Manpower Group,
2011, p. 1). The importance of human potential will not be embraced by organizations
without the occurrence of change. In order for employers to remain competitive,
executives will need to completely reconsider previous assumptions in regards to work
models and talent management. In today’s ever-changing market, the following remains
true-- organizations that are considered “best in the industry” will continue to attract and
retain top talent. As stated by Manpower Group (2011), companies will need to “brand
themselves as talent destinations if they want to become more attractive to potential
employees in their respective regions and around the world (p.3). Thus, the employers
with the best employees will always be at the top.
The Shortage of Talent
Top talent, however, is not easy to find. Even more difficult than finding top
talent, retaining talent has proven to be more of a challenge over the past few years.
Employees today have a much different mindset than that of employees from the past.
Employees today insist upon “having challenging and meaningful work”, are “more loyal
to their profession than to the organization”, and are “less accommodating of traditional
structures and authority” (Wellins et. al, p. 3). In addition, senior employees are
increasingly postponing retirement, hindering the ability of lower-level employees to
advance in their career fields, resulting in a negative impact on the development of talent.
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According to a 2009 survey conducted by CareerBuilder, today, “60 percent of workers
over the age of 60 are electing to postpone their retirement due to the financial crisis”
(Wellins et. al, p. 4). This inability to grow professionally has left lower-level talent
feeling stuck in their careers, and has caused many employees to seek employment
outside of their current organizations. As talent has become an increasingly scarce
resource, it is important for organizations to implement extensive talent management
strategies, in hopes of managing talent to the fullest effect.
Organizations today are beginning to realize that they are largely responsible for
this shortage of talent Reports by The Global Leadership Forecast indicate that, “only
about half of the world’s organizations identify high potentials,” and “even fewer (39
percent) have programs to accelerate development” (Wellins et. al, p. 8). The first step in
making changes to talent management strategies, however, is to acknowledge the current
lack of talent management programs. Growing talent is not an easy feat. According to
Wellins et. al, “it takes, on average, 10 years for a high-potential leader to advance into a
senior position, and along the way, that individual needs mentoring, stretch assignments,
personalized development plans, and development activities to build key skills. In short,
it’s a lot of work. And it’s work, we’ve found, that organizations are not doing” (p. 8). If
organizations wish to succeed and overcome this shortage of talent, especially during a
time of changing attitudes and beliefs regarding the workplace, they must be willing the
put in the work. It won’t be easy, but the return on investment of top talent is infinite.
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Modern-Day Trends Affecting Talent
The Pursuit of Passion
The next cycle of business has arrived. Like it or not, employees are demanding
more from their jobs than they ever have in the past. For years, employees sought ought
stability, and remained loyal to their employers throughout most of their careers. Today,
that stability is not enough. Today, employees are actively seeking passion in their daily
lives, and therefore, in their workplace. As Pink (2005) states in his book regarding the
future of work, “This is the next cycle of business. First came the quality revolution of
the 1990s. Then came the cheap revolution, which dramatically reduced the cost of goods
and allowed people around the world to have cell phones and Internet Access. So what’s
next? Meaning. Purpose. Deep life experience. Use whatever word or phrase you like, but
know that consumer desire for these qualities is on the rise.” (p. 225).
The Demand for Workplace Flexibility
With this desire for meaning and passion, employees are actively seeking ways to
align their careers with their personal life goals. As we have seen throughout the past few
years, a dramatic shift has taken place, in that employees are demanding a better work-
life balance. Employees are requesting more flexibility, and employers who recognize the
importance of work/life integration, are embracing the use of technology and providing
more flexible work options for their staff. As a result of this workplace flexibility, these
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organizations set themselves apart from their competitors, and are further able to attract
and retain the best talent in the market.
The Rise of the Millennial Generation
As millennial employees enter the workforce at an increasing rate, the overall
talent and talent management practices of organizations will be severely affected. This
generation of workers, “which will form the majority of the workforce by 2020, has
particular characteristics that employers can’t afford to ignore” (PWC, 2012, p.19).
Amongst these characteristics is the fact that, “they expect to burn through a number of
employers during their career, and they’re looking for job satisfaction, fulfillment, and
fast career progression” (PWC, 2012, p.19). While these desires may seem difficult for
employers to manage, the good news is that for millennials, the “focus is on interest and
opportunity, rather than on monetary awards” (PWC, 2012, p.19). Although according to
PWC’s (2012) report, “38 percent of millennials said they’re on the lookout for new
opportunities” (p.19), by better understanding the needs of millennials, organizations can
construct talent management strategies that increase their ability to retain these talented
young workers.
Research on this new workforce indicates that job tenure amongst young workers
has decreased. In one survey of new millennials, reported by Johnson Control (2010), “34%
said they expected to stay in a job between one and two years, with 57% saying two to
three years” (p. 34). Clearly, this survey indicates that younger workers are eager to find
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opportunities to utilize their knowledge and skills and will not remain at a job where they
feel that they are undervalued. Safian, (2012) presents the idea that “The new reality is
multiple gigs, some of them super short, with constant pressure to learn new things and
adapt to new work situations, and no guarantee that you’ll stay in a single industry.It can be
daunting. It can be exhausting. It can also be exhilarating” (p. 66).
Technological Advances & The Increasing Number of Start-Up Companies
In today’s economy, start-up companies are flourishing. Due to the availability of
technology, new industries have entered the market, and increasingly, start-up companies
are joining their competitors in the war for talent. High-performing individuals, workers
with talent, passion, and funding, are no longer waiting to be employed by large
organizations. Instead, they are employing themselves. The ability to start a company is
no longer as difficult as it once was, and because of that, individuals are either starting
their own organizations, or partnering with others who are. In addition, the flexible
culture associated with start-up companies is appealing to many individuals, thus drawing
many talented employees away from their current organizations, in pursuit of a better
work/life balance.
Fighting the Battle Against Turnover
Why are employees leaving? Certainly, thisis a question that most employers are
attempting to answer. According to Oracle’s (2012) report on talent mobility, “the desire
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to improve retention rates links directly to the positive impact good employee retention
has on productivity and the corporate bottom line, and conversely, the high cost of
turnover (p. 4). Due to the financial hardship placed on employers caused by the cost of
turnover, organizations are anxious to improve employee engagement levels, in hopes of
decreasing the number of employees choosing to leave their workplace.
Hence the focus on talent management strategies. Employee engagement levels
are low, and perhaps, in some organizations, decreasing. According to a survey
conducted by Right Management (2010), “Of the 28,000 employees surveyed, only 34
percent reported being fully engaged by their job and organizations” (Right Management,
p. 2). Another survey by The Conference Board indicated similar results, finding that
“only 45 percent of U.S. employees are satisfied with their Jobs (Right Management,
2010, p. 2). This data is alarming for employers, as low engagement levels lead to
turnover, and turnover, as previously mentioned, negatively affects an organization’s
bottom line.
So what can organizations do about this? Let us first focus on what they cannot
do.Employers cannot change the attitudes, beliefs, opinions, and desires of potential
employees. Likewise, they cannot change the market’s new direction. They cannot
change the new structure of work, given increased technology and the entrance into the
so-called “Human Age.” However, they can position themselves as leaders in their
respective industries, in regards to talent. They can implement talent management
practices that set them apart from their competitors. As reported by Right Management
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(2010), “organizations judged to be best performers are almost three times more likely to
provide career development opportunities than those judged to be below-average
performers. Best performers recognize that providing such opportunities works” (Scales,
2010, p.2).
Getting Employees to Stay: Talent Management Strategies That Work
Employee Learning
Perhaps the easiest practice to execute, employee-learning opportunities allow
organizations to train employees beyond their daily job capacities. While some employers
understand the many benefits of employee-learning opportunities for both employers and
employees, others continue to view this practice, “more as an expense than an
investment” (Savardi, 2005). For employers who embrace this negative view of employee
learning, it will prove difficult to remain competitive in the market, as stated perfectly by
Savardi (2005), “in today’s economy, if your business isn’t learning, then you’re going to
fall behind.” Organizations should invest resources into providing employees
opportunities to expand their knowledge in a variety of areas, both related to and not
related to their current roles. Ultimately, “employees are the ones that produce, refine,
protect, deliver, and manage your products or services every day, year in, year out,” and
in today’s ever-changing economy, “continual learning is critical to your business’s
continued success” (Savardi, 2005).
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Despite the fact that many employers still view training as an expense, statistics
indicate that organizations are increasing their investment in such training programs.
According to the American Society for Training and Development, “in 2004, the average
annual training expenditure per employee was $955, which is an increase of $135 per
employee from the previous year” (Brum, 2007, p.1). In addition, “the number of formal
learning hours per employee also rose from 26 hours in 2003, to 32 hours in 2004”
(Brum, 2007, p.1). Evidently, organizations are facing reality, understanding that in
today’s constantly changing work environments, “it is typically the companies with the
best trained employees that adapt and adjust most efficiently” (Brum, 2007, p. 7).
Although many organizations have shown increasing levels of investment in
employee-learning opportunities, there still exist opponents of the practice, insisting that
training negatively impacts employers. Not only do they believe that training negatively
affects employers financially, but they also believe that employee-learning opportunities
lead to increased levels of turnover. The idea behind this thought process is that once
employees have been trained and develop new skills, they are likely to leave the
organization with their enhanced competencies. As Brum (2007) states, “a company loses
all of its investment should an employee terminate the relationship upon completion of
training” (p.1).
Given that many resources are invested in the training of individuals, the goal, for
employers, is to increase the commitment levels of employees upon completion of the
training, so that they choose to remain working within the organization. As Brum (2007)
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argues, “when organizations seek to foster a philosophy of commitment, then the
likelihood of an employee searching for employment elsewhere is lowered” (p. 2). Brum
continues his argument, stating that many employees see employee-learning opportunities
as “gifts”, and that these “gifts” then often cause employees to, “exert more effort,
become more productive, and have a greater sense of debt to the organization” (p.4).
Other benefits of these training programs include an increase in worker output and
productivity, and for the employee, this often translates into career advancement
opportunities and increased wages.
In essence, when organizations help employees, employees usually want to help
their organizations in return. Employees that participated in training programs, “viewed
the organization as being more supportive, looked at the company more favorably, and
had less of an intent to quit” (Brum, 2007, p. 8). The investment in training proved to
increase employee commitment, reduce turnover, and improve employee performance, as
employees who participated in training “were shown to seek more job upgrades, receive
more performance awards, and have better job attendance than those that did not attend
training” (Brum, 2007, p. 6).
Career Development
To continue the battle against turnover,employers have begun to recognize the
importance of career development programs within their organizations. These programs
fundamentally empower employees to work towards their individual career goals, while
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continuing to work productively for their current employer. Based on reports of
organizations with such programs in place, employers that support career development
opportunities for their employees, “claim they retain a greater number of employees”,
which positively impacts the overall efficiency of the organization (Merchant, 1996, p 1).
However, in order for career development programs to be successful, employers must
assist employees in matching employee needs with the needs of the organization. As the
management of careers was once the sole responsibility of employees, organizations have
now assumed a more active role in developing their talent, forming cooperative and
collaborative relationships between employers and their staff.
This collaboration between employers and employees suggests that the notion of
career development is no longer solely associated with the idea of climbing a vertical
ladder of success. Instead, career development entails the creation of a specific
organizational culture, one “that fosters growth, challenges, and job enrichment”
(Merchant, 1996, p.12). While employees are ultimately responsible for taking ownership
of their individual development, employers are able to provide several necessary
resources that help facilitate the career development process. Although this process
requires further investment of organizational resources, it is beneficial to employers, as
the goal of career development “is not about getting ahead, but rather about getting to be
the best an individual can be and finding a place in an organization where they can
express excellence and contribute to the goals of the organization” (Merchant, 1996, p.1).
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Now that the goal has been established, how do employees find those roles that
allow them to express excellence? To help address this issue, many organizations have
employed the use of Career Counselors. Career Counselors not only assist in identifying
high-potential talent, but also work with employees on a one-to-one basis, to assist in
identifying realistic career opportunities. As Merchant (1996) states, “the objective of
career counseling is to assist employees in exploiting their strengths and potential and
avoiding mismatches between individual aspirations, capabilities, and organizational
opportunities” (p.9). Many would argue that if successful, the use of Career Counselors to
assist with Career Development, results in higher levels of job satisfaction and employee
engagement within organizations.
According to research conducted by Right Management, a correlation was found,
“between employees’ perception of being able to progress towards career goals, and
overall engagement” (Right Management, 2009, p.3). Employees were asked to respond
to the following question: I know how to progress in my organization. Figure 2 below
depicts the percentage of employees with favorable, neutral, and unfavorable responses.
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Of those who reported favorable and unfavorable responses, the difference amongst
the two groups in regards to employee engagement was significant. Figure 3 below
demonstrates the level of engagement of the two groups, indicating clearly that those
employees who know how to progress in their organizations, present far greater levels of
engagement (Right Management, 2009).
The results of Right Management’s research serve to encourage career
development, arguing “when employees have a viable career development plan, they are
more likely to find and select new roles most appropriate to their skills and talents and to
readjust quickly after significant organizational change” (Right Management, 2009, p. 3).
During times of extreme change and uncertainty, that is exactly what organizations need
their employees to do. Over time, career development programs will help reduce the loss
of intellectual capital, as well as the cost of hiring and training new employees. As Right
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Management (2009) reports, “when employees experienced a favorable climate for career
growth, it had a significant impact on retention” (p. 5).
The employees, however, cannot pursue career development without the help of
their superiors. As Right Management (2009) states, “senior leaders have to make career
development a priority” (p. 8). Without the support of administration and senior leaders,
organizations will fail to provide career development opportunities for their staff.
Extensive coaching, mentoring, training, stretch projects, and shadowing are required if
employees desire to reach their career goals, and employees are not alone in the need for
training. Right Management (2009) emphasizes the importance of providing line
managers with career development training, arguing that they need to possess “the tools
and skills for supporting career development” (p. 8).
Although a complex and robust concept, career development will continue to play
a vital role in organizations. To compete in the market, employers will need their
employees to perform at their optimal capacity, and “by taking steps to align employee
and organizational goals, companies can ensure they’ll be in top competitive form, able
to meet- and exceed- the demands of today’s difficult marketplace” (Right Management,
2009, p. 10). By making a conscious effort to create an environment where employees
feel safe to discuss their career aspirations with their employers, organizations will
succeed in building a talent pool that is “able to meet current and future needs” (Right
Management, 2009, p. 1).
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Internal Mobility
In order to support fundamental components of career development, organizations
must understand the importance of internal mobility opportunities for employees. As
stated by Manpower Group (2011), “in the Human Age, talent mobility- moving people
to where the work is- must be one component of a coordinated public-private response to
the talent mismatch” (p. 2). This movement of employees, however, does not necessarily
require employees to relocate to other organizations. By presenting employees with
opportunities to move within the organization, employers can position themselves
favorably against the negative costs of turnover.
But does internal mobility really work? According to reports by Oracle (2012),
“studies have revealed a significant relationship between internal mobility and corporate
performance” (p.1). In addition, “research conducted over the course of a decade found
that the top 10 percent of companies with high-performance work systems had four times
the amount of sales per employee,” and “remarkably, these companies filled more than
60 percent of jobs from within” (p.1). Given these findings, the implementation of
internal mobility opportunities for employees are certainly worth exploring. Through the
existence ofcomprehensive internal mobility programs, “companies can leverage their
employee base to achieve corporate goals, shifting resources where they’re most suited”
(p. 2).
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Perhaps one of the most often reported frustrations of high-performing employees
is stagnant career growth. High-performing employees are actively seeking opportunities
to learn new skills and are looking to use their talents to better their organizations. As
Oracle (2012) warns, without internal mobility opportunities, “top talent will be more
likely to disengage or depart. After all, if they can’t see a career path within the
organization, or they realize that other employees are being promoted or recruited
without the skills and competencies to do the job, your top talent will likely go
elsewhere” (p.2). As mentioned previously, employers cannot afford to lose top talent.
Not only does the lack of internal mobility affect employees, but it affects
potential business growth as well. As reported by Oracle (2012), “if leadership pipelines
are clogged with employees lacking the appropriate mix of skills and experience to step
into pivotal roles, business growth will suffer” (p. 2). For this reason, employers need to
actively monitor their talent pool and develop succession plans as well as a better
understanding of high-performing employees.
Once identified, those high-performing employees should be counseled, and the
ability to move within the organization should be highlighted. These high-performers are
the employees that organizations should seek to cultivate, and sometimes, in order for
employees to challenge themselves and expand their competencies, they need the
opportunity to transition into different roles throughout their careers. This ability to move
with the organization should be supported by senior management, and should be instilled
in the company’s culture, as “companies that support successful internal mobility
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programs demonstrate a commitment to their employees- showing workers that they’re
viewed as a valuable talent pool worth cultivating over the long-term.” (Oracle, 2012,
p.13).
Organizations can use annual performance reviews to discuss internal mobility
opportunities with employees. Through this method, top performers canbe identified by
their leaders, and talent profiles, which, “ describe employee skills, abilities, experience,
and performance” (Oracle, 2012, p.7), can be created. These talent profiles may
ultimately prove to be vital to an organization’s success in the future. As Oracle (2012)
reports, “talent profiles maintained in an employee database may also be used for skills
gap analysis and targeted learning and development” (p. 7). As technology has allowed
organizations the ability to gather and retrieve personnel data, essentially creating a skills
inventory, “an organization can mine a transparent internal labor pool and profit from a
clear understanding of the human capital it controls” (Oracle, 2012, p. 7).
The desire to move within an organization is one that employees will
increasingly experience in the future. No longer are careers perceived to be linear,
instead, they are considered, “a process of development of the employee along a path of
experience and jobs in one or more organizations” (Baruch, 2003, p.59). Rather than
solely being perceived as means of generating income, modern careers are being defined
as a “source of identity, creativity, life challenge, as well as status and access to social
networking” (Baruch, 2003, p.9). Throughout the next few years, the trend of flatter
organizations will prevail, and organizations will need to embrace this new view of
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careers. As a society, we’re moving away from the ideas of hierarchy andcareer ladders,
and instead, moving towards a new system, known as the career “lattice” (Deloitte,
2012).
In the past, career success was determined by an employee’s rate of upward
mobility. Today, however, the very nature of careers has changed. Careers have become
much more flexible, offering “a variety of options” and “many possible directions of
development” (Brauch, 2003, p. 61). For this reason, internal mobility will become
increasingly important, as employees seek new roles within their respective
organizations. As stated by Baruch (2003), this multi-directional career model “takes into
account the full scale of landscapes. You can choose. You can climb the mountain, you
can opt for another mountain, take some hills instead, wander along the plains- a variety
of options is accepted” (p. 61).
What’s Next?
As employees continue to demand more from their every-day work experiences,
organizations that embrace this new work structure will prosper, as they will possess the
ability to attract and retain top talent. As reported by Deloitte (2010), “talented workers
join companies and stay there because they believe they’ll learn faster and better than
they would at other employers” (p. 16). For this reason, comprehensive talent
management strategies will set high-performing organizations apart from their
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competitors, as employees will increasingly seek out employee learning, career
development, and internal mobility opportunities.
It is evident that organizations will need to invest significant resources in order to
adapt to this new structure of work. Baruch (2003) suggests that employers should focus
on developing “a variety of multidirectional career paths based on flexibility, offering
alternative work arrangements, and work/family policies” (p.67). As employees look to
gain “employability” rather than “secure employment” (Baruch, 2003, p. 62),
organizations will need to allocate resources to provide better educational opportunities
for current and future talent pools. Baruch (2003) argues, “employers can no longer
provide secure jobs- instead, they can help employees improve their competence and
ability to acquire employment” (p. 62). Through the provision of employee learning,
career development, and internal mobility opportunities, this goal can be achieved. As
stated by Deloitte (2010), “the ladder is splintering” and “the corporate lattice is
emerging” (p.2). Organizations, both private and public, will now be tasked with the
construction of new talent management strategies, and these strategies ultimately decide
their fate in the new market.
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  • 1. Running Head: THE FUTURE OF TALENT MANAGEMENT 1 The Future of Talent Management: Attracting & Retaining Talent Through Employee Learning, Career Development, and Internal Mobility Opportunities Kayla Cruz Florida International University PAD 6946
  • 2. THE FUTURE OF TALENT MANAGEMENT 2 The Future of Work The workplace is changing exponentially. To deny the fact, would simply be naïve. The very nature of both the public and private sectors is different today than it was twenty years ago, and as a society, we’ve progressed from an Industrial Age, to one much moreconcerned with human capital.As a result, the focus of organizations has shifted, in an attempt to remain competitive in the global market. Rather than solely focusing on production, top organizations have begun to embrace the significance and importance of their human resources. Effective human resources management will prove to be a crucial element in the success of organizations in the future, as the success of organizations will largely depend on the ability to attract and retain top talent. Organizations that thrive in the new market will be those with extensive talent management strategies,providing individuals with access to employee learning, career development, and internal mobility opportunities. Why Does Talent Matter? The goal of most modern-day organizations is to be recognized as the best in their industry. This “desire to be the best”has come into being, primarily due to our culture’s tendency to celebrate superstars.As Godin (2007) states, “We reward the product or the song or the organization or the employee that is number one” (p. 6), and as a result, being average is no longer acceptable. For this reason, employers have invested significant time and energy into differentiating themselves from competitors in the market. Over time,
  • 3. THE FUTURE OF TALENT MANAGEMENT 3 however, the general consensus has become the following: “the ability to effectively hire, retain, deploy, and engage talent- at all levels- is really the only true competitive advantage an organization possesses” (Wellins et. al, p. 1). It makes sense, really. As Wellins et. al argue, “your organization can create a new product and it is easily copied. Lower your prices and competitors will follow. Go after a lucrative market and someone is there right after you, careful to avoid making your initial mistakes. But replicating a high-quality, highly engaged workforce is nearly impossible” (p. 1). Given the fundamental importance of a highly engaged workforce, organizations have placed a large focus on the implementation of talent management strategies, hoping to improve their global rankings amongst other competitors. The focus on talent management has proven to be financially rewarding for employers, as a 2007 study from the Hacket Group found that companies excelling at managing talent reported earnings 15 percent higher than their peers (Wellins et. al, p.2). In addition, similar studies have concluded that the focus on talent management has resulted in higher stock market returns and superior safety records, both desirable business goals for modern-day employers. Particularly interesting is the changing value of tangible and intangible company assets. The Brookings Institution found that “in 1982, 62 percent of an average company’s value was attributed to its physical assets and only 38 percent to intangible assets. By 2003, these percentages nearly flip-flopped, with 80 percent of value attributed to intangible assets and 20 percent to tangible assets” (Wellins et. al, p.3).
  • 4. THE FUTURE OF TALENT MANAGEMENT 4 Talent, therefore, is inevitably replacing capital as the ultimate competitive differentiator, and “as “talentism” becomes the new “capitalism”, human potential will be the catalyst for change and the major agent of economic growth” (Manpower Group, 2011, p. 1). The importance of human potential will not be embraced by organizations without the occurrence of change. In order for employers to remain competitive, executives will need to completely reconsider previous assumptions in regards to work models and talent management. In today’s ever-changing market, the following remains true-- organizations that are considered “best in the industry” will continue to attract and retain top talent. As stated by Manpower Group (2011), companies will need to “brand themselves as talent destinations if they want to become more attractive to potential employees in their respective regions and around the world (p.3). Thus, the employers with the best employees will always be at the top. The Shortage of Talent Top talent, however, is not easy to find. Even more difficult than finding top talent, retaining talent has proven to be more of a challenge over the past few years. Employees today have a much different mindset than that of employees from the past. Employees today insist upon “having challenging and meaningful work”, are “more loyal to their profession than to the organization”, and are “less accommodating of traditional structures and authority” (Wellins et. al, p. 3). In addition, senior employees are increasingly postponing retirement, hindering the ability of lower-level employees to advance in their career fields, resulting in a negative impact on the development of talent.
  • 5. THE FUTURE OF TALENT MANAGEMENT 5 According to a 2009 survey conducted by CareerBuilder, today, “60 percent of workers over the age of 60 are electing to postpone their retirement due to the financial crisis” (Wellins et. al, p. 4). This inability to grow professionally has left lower-level talent feeling stuck in their careers, and has caused many employees to seek employment outside of their current organizations. As talent has become an increasingly scarce resource, it is important for organizations to implement extensive talent management strategies, in hopes of managing talent to the fullest effect. Organizations today are beginning to realize that they are largely responsible for this shortage of talent Reports by The Global Leadership Forecast indicate that, “only about half of the world’s organizations identify high potentials,” and “even fewer (39 percent) have programs to accelerate development” (Wellins et. al, p. 8). The first step in making changes to talent management strategies, however, is to acknowledge the current lack of talent management programs. Growing talent is not an easy feat. According to Wellins et. al, “it takes, on average, 10 years for a high-potential leader to advance into a senior position, and along the way, that individual needs mentoring, stretch assignments, personalized development plans, and development activities to build key skills. In short, it’s a lot of work. And it’s work, we’ve found, that organizations are not doing” (p. 8). If organizations wish to succeed and overcome this shortage of talent, especially during a time of changing attitudes and beliefs regarding the workplace, they must be willing the put in the work. It won’t be easy, but the return on investment of top talent is infinite.
  • 6. THE FUTURE OF TALENT MANAGEMENT 6 Modern-Day Trends Affecting Talent The Pursuit of Passion The next cycle of business has arrived. Like it or not, employees are demanding more from their jobs than they ever have in the past. For years, employees sought ought stability, and remained loyal to their employers throughout most of their careers. Today, that stability is not enough. Today, employees are actively seeking passion in their daily lives, and therefore, in their workplace. As Pink (2005) states in his book regarding the future of work, “This is the next cycle of business. First came the quality revolution of the 1990s. Then came the cheap revolution, which dramatically reduced the cost of goods and allowed people around the world to have cell phones and Internet Access. So what’s next? Meaning. Purpose. Deep life experience. Use whatever word or phrase you like, but know that consumer desire for these qualities is on the rise.” (p. 225). The Demand for Workplace Flexibility With this desire for meaning and passion, employees are actively seeking ways to align their careers with their personal life goals. As we have seen throughout the past few years, a dramatic shift has taken place, in that employees are demanding a better work- life balance. Employees are requesting more flexibility, and employers who recognize the importance of work/life integration, are embracing the use of technology and providing more flexible work options for their staff. As a result of this workplace flexibility, these
  • 7. THE FUTURE OF TALENT MANAGEMENT 7 organizations set themselves apart from their competitors, and are further able to attract and retain the best talent in the market. The Rise of the Millennial Generation As millennial employees enter the workforce at an increasing rate, the overall talent and talent management practices of organizations will be severely affected. This generation of workers, “which will form the majority of the workforce by 2020, has particular characteristics that employers can’t afford to ignore” (PWC, 2012, p.19). Amongst these characteristics is the fact that, “they expect to burn through a number of employers during their career, and they’re looking for job satisfaction, fulfillment, and fast career progression” (PWC, 2012, p.19). While these desires may seem difficult for employers to manage, the good news is that for millennials, the “focus is on interest and opportunity, rather than on monetary awards” (PWC, 2012, p.19). Although according to PWC’s (2012) report, “38 percent of millennials said they’re on the lookout for new opportunities” (p.19), by better understanding the needs of millennials, organizations can construct talent management strategies that increase their ability to retain these talented young workers. Research on this new workforce indicates that job tenure amongst young workers has decreased. In one survey of new millennials, reported by Johnson Control (2010), “34% said they expected to stay in a job between one and two years, with 57% saying two to three years” (p. 34). Clearly, this survey indicates that younger workers are eager to find
  • 8. THE FUTURE OF TALENT MANAGEMENT 8 opportunities to utilize their knowledge and skills and will not remain at a job where they feel that they are undervalued. Safian, (2012) presents the idea that “The new reality is multiple gigs, some of them super short, with constant pressure to learn new things and adapt to new work situations, and no guarantee that you’ll stay in a single industry.It can be daunting. It can be exhausting. It can also be exhilarating” (p. 66). Technological Advances & The Increasing Number of Start-Up Companies In today’s economy, start-up companies are flourishing. Due to the availability of technology, new industries have entered the market, and increasingly, start-up companies are joining their competitors in the war for talent. High-performing individuals, workers with talent, passion, and funding, are no longer waiting to be employed by large organizations. Instead, they are employing themselves. The ability to start a company is no longer as difficult as it once was, and because of that, individuals are either starting their own organizations, or partnering with others who are. In addition, the flexible culture associated with start-up companies is appealing to many individuals, thus drawing many talented employees away from their current organizations, in pursuit of a better work/life balance. Fighting the Battle Against Turnover Why are employees leaving? Certainly, thisis a question that most employers are attempting to answer. According to Oracle’s (2012) report on talent mobility, “the desire
  • 9. THE FUTURE OF TALENT MANAGEMENT 9 to improve retention rates links directly to the positive impact good employee retention has on productivity and the corporate bottom line, and conversely, the high cost of turnover (p. 4). Due to the financial hardship placed on employers caused by the cost of turnover, organizations are anxious to improve employee engagement levels, in hopes of decreasing the number of employees choosing to leave their workplace. Hence the focus on talent management strategies. Employee engagement levels are low, and perhaps, in some organizations, decreasing. According to a survey conducted by Right Management (2010), “Of the 28,000 employees surveyed, only 34 percent reported being fully engaged by their job and organizations” (Right Management, p. 2). Another survey by The Conference Board indicated similar results, finding that “only 45 percent of U.S. employees are satisfied with their Jobs (Right Management, 2010, p. 2). This data is alarming for employers, as low engagement levels lead to turnover, and turnover, as previously mentioned, negatively affects an organization’s bottom line. So what can organizations do about this? Let us first focus on what they cannot do.Employers cannot change the attitudes, beliefs, opinions, and desires of potential employees. Likewise, they cannot change the market’s new direction. They cannot change the new structure of work, given increased technology and the entrance into the so-called “Human Age.” However, they can position themselves as leaders in their respective industries, in regards to talent. They can implement talent management practices that set them apart from their competitors. As reported by Right Management
  • 10. THE FUTURE OF TALENT MANAGEMENT 10 (2010), “organizations judged to be best performers are almost three times more likely to provide career development opportunities than those judged to be below-average performers. Best performers recognize that providing such opportunities works” (Scales, 2010, p.2). Getting Employees to Stay: Talent Management Strategies That Work Employee Learning Perhaps the easiest practice to execute, employee-learning opportunities allow organizations to train employees beyond their daily job capacities. While some employers understand the many benefits of employee-learning opportunities for both employers and employees, others continue to view this practice, “more as an expense than an investment” (Savardi, 2005). For employers who embrace this negative view of employee learning, it will prove difficult to remain competitive in the market, as stated perfectly by Savardi (2005), “in today’s economy, if your business isn’t learning, then you’re going to fall behind.” Organizations should invest resources into providing employees opportunities to expand their knowledge in a variety of areas, both related to and not related to their current roles. Ultimately, “employees are the ones that produce, refine, protect, deliver, and manage your products or services every day, year in, year out,” and in today’s ever-changing economy, “continual learning is critical to your business’s continued success” (Savardi, 2005).
  • 11. THE FUTURE OF TALENT MANAGEMENT 11 Despite the fact that many employers still view training as an expense, statistics indicate that organizations are increasing their investment in such training programs. According to the American Society for Training and Development, “in 2004, the average annual training expenditure per employee was $955, which is an increase of $135 per employee from the previous year” (Brum, 2007, p.1). In addition, “the number of formal learning hours per employee also rose from 26 hours in 2003, to 32 hours in 2004” (Brum, 2007, p.1). Evidently, organizations are facing reality, understanding that in today’s constantly changing work environments, “it is typically the companies with the best trained employees that adapt and adjust most efficiently” (Brum, 2007, p. 7). Although many organizations have shown increasing levels of investment in employee-learning opportunities, there still exist opponents of the practice, insisting that training negatively impacts employers. Not only do they believe that training negatively affects employers financially, but they also believe that employee-learning opportunities lead to increased levels of turnover. The idea behind this thought process is that once employees have been trained and develop new skills, they are likely to leave the organization with their enhanced competencies. As Brum (2007) states, “a company loses all of its investment should an employee terminate the relationship upon completion of training” (p.1). Given that many resources are invested in the training of individuals, the goal, for employers, is to increase the commitment levels of employees upon completion of the training, so that they choose to remain working within the organization. As Brum (2007)
  • 12. THE FUTURE OF TALENT MANAGEMENT 12 argues, “when organizations seek to foster a philosophy of commitment, then the likelihood of an employee searching for employment elsewhere is lowered” (p. 2). Brum continues his argument, stating that many employees see employee-learning opportunities as “gifts”, and that these “gifts” then often cause employees to, “exert more effort, become more productive, and have a greater sense of debt to the organization” (p.4). Other benefits of these training programs include an increase in worker output and productivity, and for the employee, this often translates into career advancement opportunities and increased wages. In essence, when organizations help employees, employees usually want to help their organizations in return. Employees that participated in training programs, “viewed the organization as being more supportive, looked at the company more favorably, and had less of an intent to quit” (Brum, 2007, p. 8). The investment in training proved to increase employee commitment, reduce turnover, and improve employee performance, as employees who participated in training “were shown to seek more job upgrades, receive more performance awards, and have better job attendance than those that did not attend training” (Brum, 2007, p. 6). Career Development To continue the battle against turnover,employers have begun to recognize the importance of career development programs within their organizations. These programs fundamentally empower employees to work towards their individual career goals, while
  • 13. THE FUTURE OF TALENT MANAGEMENT 13 continuing to work productively for their current employer. Based on reports of organizations with such programs in place, employers that support career development opportunities for their employees, “claim they retain a greater number of employees”, which positively impacts the overall efficiency of the organization (Merchant, 1996, p 1). However, in order for career development programs to be successful, employers must assist employees in matching employee needs with the needs of the organization. As the management of careers was once the sole responsibility of employees, organizations have now assumed a more active role in developing their talent, forming cooperative and collaborative relationships between employers and their staff. This collaboration between employers and employees suggests that the notion of career development is no longer solely associated with the idea of climbing a vertical ladder of success. Instead, career development entails the creation of a specific organizational culture, one “that fosters growth, challenges, and job enrichment” (Merchant, 1996, p.12). While employees are ultimately responsible for taking ownership of their individual development, employers are able to provide several necessary resources that help facilitate the career development process. Although this process requires further investment of organizational resources, it is beneficial to employers, as the goal of career development “is not about getting ahead, but rather about getting to be the best an individual can be and finding a place in an organization where they can express excellence and contribute to the goals of the organization” (Merchant, 1996, p.1).
  • 14. THE FUTURE OF TALENT MANAGEMENT 14 Now that the goal has been established, how do employees find those roles that allow them to express excellence? To help address this issue, many organizations have employed the use of Career Counselors. Career Counselors not only assist in identifying high-potential talent, but also work with employees on a one-to-one basis, to assist in identifying realistic career opportunities. As Merchant (1996) states, “the objective of career counseling is to assist employees in exploiting their strengths and potential and avoiding mismatches between individual aspirations, capabilities, and organizational opportunities” (p.9). Many would argue that if successful, the use of Career Counselors to assist with Career Development, results in higher levels of job satisfaction and employee engagement within organizations. According to research conducted by Right Management, a correlation was found, “between employees’ perception of being able to progress towards career goals, and overall engagement” (Right Management, 2009, p.3). Employees were asked to respond to the following question: I know how to progress in my organization. Figure 2 below depicts the percentage of employees with favorable, neutral, and unfavorable responses.
  • 15. THE FUTURE OF TALENT MANAGEMENT 15 Of those who reported favorable and unfavorable responses, the difference amongst the two groups in regards to employee engagement was significant. Figure 3 below demonstrates the level of engagement of the two groups, indicating clearly that those employees who know how to progress in their organizations, present far greater levels of engagement (Right Management, 2009). The results of Right Management’s research serve to encourage career development, arguing “when employees have a viable career development plan, they are more likely to find and select new roles most appropriate to their skills and talents and to readjust quickly after significant organizational change” (Right Management, 2009, p. 3). During times of extreme change and uncertainty, that is exactly what organizations need their employees to do. Over time, career development programs will help reduce the loss of intellectual capital, as well as the cost of hiring and training new employees. As Right
  • 16. THE FUTURE OF TALENT MANAGEMENT 16 Management (2009) reports, “when employees experienced a favorable climate for career growth, it had a significant impact on retention” (p. 5). The employees, however, cannot pursue career development without the help of their superiors. As Right Management (2009) states, “senior leaders have to make career development a priority” (p. 8). Without the support of administration and senior leaders, organizations will fail to provide career development opportunities for their staff. Extensive coaching, mentoring, training, stretch projects, and shadowing are required if employees desire to reach their career goals, and employees are not alone in the need for training. Right Management (2009) emphasizes the importance of providing line managers with career development training, arguing that they need to possess “the tools and skills for supporting career development” (p. 8). Although a complex and robust concept, career development will continue to play a vital role in organizations. To compete in the market, employers will need their employees to perform at their optimal capacity, and “by taking steps to align employee and organizational goals, companies can ensure they’ll be in top competitive form, able to meet- and exceed- the demands of today’s difficult marketplace” (Right Management, 2009, p. 10). By making a conscious effort to create an environment where employees feel safe to discuss their career aspirations with their employers, organizations will succeed in building a talent pool that is “able to meet current and future needs” (Right Management, 2009, p. 1).
  • 17. THE FUTURE OF TALENT MANAGEMENT 17 Internal Mobility In order to support fundamental components of career development, organizations must understand the importance of internal mobility opportunities for employees. As stated by Manpower Group (2011), “in the Human Age, talent mobility- moving people to where the work is- must be one component of a coordinated public-private response to the talent mismatch” (p. 2). This movement of employees, however, does not necessarily require employees to relocate to other organizations. By presenting employees with opportunities to move within the organization, employers can position themselves favorably against the negative costs of turnover. But does internal mobility really work? According to reports by Oracle (2012), “studies have revealed a significant relationship between internal mobility and corporate performance” (p.1). In addition, “research conducted over the course of a decade found that the top 10 percent of companies with high-performance work systems had four times the amount of sales per employee,” and “remarkably, these companies filled more than 60 percent of jobs from within” (p.1). Given these findings, the implementation of internal mobility opportunities for employees are certainly worth exploring. Through the existence ofcomprehensive internal mobility programs, “companies can leverage their employee base to achieve corporate goals, shifting resources where they’re most suited” (p. 2).
  • 18. THE FUTURE OF TALENT MANAGEMENT 18 Perhaps one of the most often reported frustrations of high-performing employees is stagnant career growth. High-performing employees are actively seeking opportunities to learn new skills and are looking to use their talents to better their organizations. As Oracle (2012) warns, without internal mobility opportunities, “top talent will be more likely to disengage or depart. After all, if they can’t see a career path within the organization, or they realize that other employees are being promoted or recruited without the skills and competencies to do the job, your top talent will likely go elsewhere” (p.2). As mentioned previously, employers cannot afford to lose top talent. Not only does the lack of internal mobility affect employees, but it affects potential business growth as well. As reported by Oracle (2012), “if leadership pipelines are clogged with employees lacking the appropriate mix of skills and experience to step into pivotal roles, business growth will suffer” (p. 2). For this reason, employers need to actively monitor their talent pool and develop succession plans as well as a better understanding of high-performing employees. Once identified, those high-performing employees should be counseled, and the ability to move within the organization should be highlighted. These high-performers are the employees that organizations should seek to cultivate, and sometimes, in order for employees to challenge themselves and expand their competencies, they need the opportunity to transition into different roles throughout their careers. This ability to move with the organization should be supported by senior management, and should be instilled in the company’s culture, as “companies that support successful internal mobility
  • 19. THE FUTURE OF TALENT MANAGEMENT 19 programs demonstrate a commitment to their employees- showing workers that they’re viewed as a valuable talent pool worth cultivating over the long-term.” (Oracle, 2012, p.13). Organizations can use annual performance reviews to discuss internal mobility opportunities with employees. Through this method, top performers canbe identified by their leaders, and talent profiles, which, “ describe employee skills, abilities, experience, and performance” (Oracle, 2012, p.7), can be created. These talent profiles may ultimately prove to be vital to an organization’s success in the future. As Oracle (2012) reports, “talent profiles maintained in an employee database may also be used for skills gap analysis and targeted learning and development” (p. 7). As technology has allowed organizations the ability to gather and retrieve personnel data, essentially creating a skills inventory, “an organization can mine a transparent internal labor pool and profit from a clear understanding of the human capital it controls” (Oracle, 2012, p. 7). The desire to move within an organization is one that employees will increasingly experience in the future. No longer are careers perceived to be linear, instead, they are considered, “a process of development of the employee along a path of experience and jobs in one or more organizations” (Baruch, 2003, p.59). Rather than solely being perceived as means of generating income, modern careers are being defined as a “source of identity, creativity, life challenge, as well as status and access to social networking” (Baruch, 2003, p.9). Throughout the next few years, the trend of flatter organizations will prevail, and organizations will need to embrace this new view of
  • 20. THE FUTURE OF TALENT MANAGEMENT 20 careers. As a society, we’re moving away from the ideas of hierarchy andcareer ladders, and instead, moving towards a new system, known as the career “lattice” (Deloitte, 2012). In the past, career success was determined by an employee’s rate of upward mobility. Today, however, the very nature of careers has changed. Careers have become much more flexible, offering “a variety of options” and “many possible directions of development” (Brauch, 2003, p. 61). For this reason, internal mobility will become increasingly important, as employees seek new roles within their respective organizations. As stated by Baruch (2003), this multi-directional career model “takes into account the full scale of landscapes. You can choose. You can climb the mountain, you can opt for another mountain, take some hills instead, wander along the plains- a variety of options is accepted” (p. 61). What’s Next? As employees continue to demand more from their every-day work experiences, organizations that embrace this new work structure will prosper, as they will possess the ability to attract and retain top talent. As reported by Deloitte (2010), “talented workers join companies and stay there because they believe they’ll learn faster and better than they would at other employers” (p. 16). For this reason, comprehensive talent management strategies will set high-performing organizations apart from their
  • 21. THE FUTURE OF TALENT MANAGEMENT 21 competitors, as employees will increasingly seek out employee learning, career development, and internal mobility opportunities. It is evident that organizations will need to invest significant resources in order to adapt to this new structure of work. Baruch (2003) suggests that employers should focus on developing “a variety of multidirectional career paths based on flexibility, offering alternative work arrangements, and work/family policies” (p.67). As employees look to gain “employability” rather than “secure employment” (Baruch, 2003, p. 62), organizations will need to allocate resources to provide better educational opportunities for current and future talent pools. Baruch (2003) argues, “employers can no longer provide secure jobs- instead, they can help employees improve their competence and ability to acquire employment” (p. 62). Through the provision of employee learning, career development, and internal mobility opportunities, this goal can be achieved. As stated by Deloitte (2010), “the ladder is splintering” and “the corporate lattice is emerging” (p.2). Organizations, both private and public, will now be tasked with the construction of new talent management strategies, and these strategies ultimately decide their fate in the new market.
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