Do You Deserve Your Employees?
“Does your employer deserve you?” is the actual title of this short article on Fortune Magazine though it offers both perspectives. The writer interviews Peter Cheese, who is co-author of The Talent-Powered Organization: Strategies for Globalization, Talent Management, and High Performance and, of course, she asks him about his book.
According to the author, companies which seek to thrive in an increasingly global market place must create an environment which develops the skills of its employees. Such companies “give their employees frequent, constructive feedback on their performance. They also present people with regular, planned opportunities to learn new skills and develop their abilities”. These organizations are also able to attract the best talent.
“Train everyone lavishly”, says management guru Tom Peters, “you can’t overspend on training”. I wholeheartedly agree.
