An article that describes a deceptively simple & almost obvious approach to retaining talent. Simple because it’s available to most organizations. Obvious because it brings greater benefits than just retention. But it can be so difficult to pull off.
The specific suggestions for employers…
Make them excited to get to work
Encourage managers to think of employees’ futures
Build the skills currently missing on their resumes
Make internal job openings more available
Interestingly, each of these are also career strategies can be executed by employees instead of waiting for managers or HR…
Start with a purpose,
Look ahead on your career path,
Seek out specific experiences to strengthen & expand the resume, and
Make full use of internal opportunities.