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Leading Effectively e-Newsletter - June 2005 Issue

Developing Leadership Talent

Talent management. Since the late 1990s, the concept of employing, leveraging and developing talent has been a hot topic in HR circles. But what does "talent management" have to do with you? And what does it have to do with leadership? In this issue of Leading Effectively, you'll find out what talent management is and why developing leadership talent is a crucial factor in the talent equation. You'll also learn why every manager has a role to play as both a leader and a learner.

Talent Management: What's New and Why It Matters
Is talent management really new? Or is it just the latest catchphrase used to describe the HR function? CCL Senior Fellow Cindy McCauley says talent management is a broad HR concept that shows an important shift in the way companies handle attracting, developing and keeping their people  (more... )

The Role of Leadership Talent
Developing leadership talent is just one facet of the overall structure of talent management in organizations. But it is one that ultimately ensures the company is headed in the right direction.  (more... )

Not In HR? Not Off the Hook!
Talent management and leadership development may seem to be an HR responsibility, but the key to success lies with line managers. In fact, says CCL's Michael Wakefield, all managers — from the CEO to the floor supervisor — have a role in strengthening talent.  (more... )

Spotlight on You: Growing Your Talent as a Leader
If your organization has a comprehensive, intentional approach to developing leadership talent, great! You've got resources, tools and a path to follow. But if leadership development is narrowly focused where you work, it's time to take on a talent mindset and take charge of your own development.  (more... )

Building Your Team's Morale, Pride and Spirit Poll Results
In our May 2005 Leading Effectively e-Newsletter, readers were asked: How is the morale in your organization? Do you and your fellow team members have a sense of pride and spirit? Or are you, your colleagues and your organization suffering in this area? Over 200 readers responded. Glen Klann, a senior program associate at the Center, and author of the CCL publication Building Your Team's Morale, Pride and Spirit, comments on the findings.  (more...)

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Special CCL News

Center Ranks in Financial Times Top 10

Center Ranks in Financial Times Top 10
The Center for Creative Leadership has been named one of the Top 10 providers of executive education worldwide in the Financial Times. The publication surveyed organizations and individuals from around the world to compile its annual executive education rankings, which appear in the May 16, 2005, issue of the Financial Times.  (more...)




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Related Programs

Developing Leadership Talent: Strategies and Tools, a CCL program designed for Human Resource managers and professionals charged with organizational learning and development, or the design and implementation of a leadership development process or system.

Custom Programs
CCL's custom leadership development initiatives can be part of an organization's overall talent management system.

Related Issues & Articles

Generations at Work, February 2005

Training Matters: Finding A Leadership Program That Fits, December 2004

Related Publications

The Center for Creative Leadership Handbook of Leadership Development - Second Edition
The Center for Creative Leadership Handbook of Leadership Development - Second Edition

The Lessons of Experience: How Successful Executives Develop on the Job
The Lessons of Experience: How Successful Executives Develop on the Job

Executive Selection: A Look at What We Know and What We Need to Know
Executive Selection: A Look at What We Know and What We Need to Know

Executive Selection: A Research Report on What Works and What Doesn't
Executive Selection: A Research Report on What Works and What Doesn't





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