Recruit, Retain and Develop Talent

Developing leaders around you takes a commitment to excellence that is both inspiring and engaging. As such, it also demands you allocate precious resources such as time, focus and energy to encourage people to be at their best.

Listen carefully during the next conversations with a co-worker, associate or mentee; she or he may provide you with an opportunity to assiste them toward further success. Notice first any complaints or frustration they share with you, as those signify areas for personal and professional self-development.

I have noticed over the years of research into mentoring programs, leadership development and team building that when there is a "courting" that goes on well beyond the first few weeks of work, people respond in positive ways. Let the people around you (especially those of you who are leaders, reading this) know that you appreciate their work, and are there to encourage their growth over time.