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8 TIPS FOR GROWING STRONG LEADERS

8 Tips for Growing Strong Leaders

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8 TIPS FOR

GROWING STRONG LEADERS

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Succession planning is one of the main investments an organization makes to secure its future.

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Here are 8 tips on how to do it well.

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Ask around about potential candidates.

Direct reports and peers know them far better than their bosses ever will.

Ask their opinions. Then listen.

1. Talk to everyone.

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2. Invest WiselyThere are not enough training dollars to prepare everyone to be a senior leader. Dig deep to find a group of high potentials who will get the most leadership development.

AT THE SAME TIME, HOWEVER…

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3. HEDGE YOUR BETS

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No one should feel they are already chosen.

Make sure there are always options in succession—including the option of hiring from outside the organization.

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4. Use the right tools.

Take a look at succession planning software. It can make the process more efficient.

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5. Gather the right data.

Remember, the right tools only succeed with the right data. Create processes that gather talent data to feed the succession planning software.

Our 3 top choices:

1. Use surveys.2. Gather focus groups.3. Assess demographics.

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6. Tell it like it is.Talent reviews need to be frank conversations about the qualities of managers, so the wrong people don’t make it into the succession pool.

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7. Adapt and support When a manager finds parts of a new job are a stretch, improve their chances of success by adapting the role and providing support.

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And finally…

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8. Be patient.

It can take many years to grow strong leaders. Don’t look for quick fixes.

Invest for the long-term by making succession planning and development an integral part of your organization’s culture.

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Trees that are slow to growbear the best fruit.

- Moliere

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Growing Strong Leaders

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