4 Talent Management, Retention, and Development

William J. Rothwell

DOI: 10.4324/9781003379577-5

Keywords

Integrated Talent Management; Talent Acquisition; Talent Development; Talent Engagement; Talent Deployment; Talent Retention; Directive Coaching; Nondirective Coaching; Transition Management

Introduction

The first time I heard the word “talent” used in association with people in organizational settings, I burst into laughter. I asked, “What are we now, talent scouts like they have in Hollywood?” There is truth in that comparison. Any good Hollywood director knows that the profits of a movie hinge on the actors and actresses who star in the movie. “A list” actors or actresses on the movie marquee will nearly guarantee a successful movie—even ...

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