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HBR On Leadership

Are Your Best Employees Eyeing the Door?

Oct 23, 2024
In this engaging discussion, Kate Tyler, a Development Manager at Shell with expertise in employee engagement, teams up with Rachel Spivey, the Director of Google's Stay and Thrive team, focusing on talent retention among underrepresented groups. They tackle the critical question of how to keep your best employees from leaving. Key insights include the importance of personalized career development, open communication about motivations, and recognizing employee contributions to foster a more engaged workplace.
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Quick takeaways

  • Regularly checking in with employees about their job satisfaction can help identify potential turnover risks and improve retention.
  • Co-creating tailored career paths that align personal and professional goals reinforces employee commitment and reduces the desire to seek other opportunities.

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Understanding Employee Engagement

It's crucial for managers to gauge how their employees feel about their work to ensure retention. High-potential employees might not always express dissatisfaction directly, and managers often miss key opportunities to engage them. Regularly checking in and initiating conversations about job satisfaction can provide valuable insights into potential turnover risks. Engaged employees are less likely to leave for other opportunities, so fostering a strong connection is essential.

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