Talent Matrix

Allocate team members to a specific box on their potential and performance

The What

A 2x2, 3x3 or 3x4 matrix where you can assign team members

https://www.mindtools.com/agrfyse/the-nine-box-grid-for-talent-management

The How

A healthy combination can be

• The majority are Core Team Members or Key Contributor

• A few Star Performer

• A few Rising Star

• No Underperformers or Problem Team Members

Always grow the Start Performers

• Allocate your time and effort to your Stars, pair with them, give them more challenges, and push them out of their comfort zone. It is a wise investment.

Always support the team members who require support

• As a leader, you should also support underperformers, but you should limit your efforts to control your cost

🔴 Red Flags

• Micromange the Stars

• Put too much effort into Underperformers

📜 Tips

1. Developing potential is often harder than improving performance

2. It is completely ok for the majority sitting in Core Team Members or Key Contributors

3. The right combination is better than a team of Stars

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