Career Compass: The Importance of Creating Career Paths for People to Navigate
08/19/24 • 25 min
In this episode, Mel Butcher and Michelle Redfern continue their Career Compass series by discussing the importance of creating clear career paths within organisations. They explore how managers can understand their team members' career aspirations and the strategic benefits of having robust internal mobility programs. The conversation emphasises the need for leaders to foster employee growth and engagement through visible and accessible career development opportunities.
Episode Highlights:
Career Conversations: Regular career conversations between managers and their team members are essential to understanding their strengths and aspirations.
Intrinsic Motivation: How aligning employees' intrinsic motivations with their work leads to higher productivity and engagement.
Career Path Visuals: Examples of visual career paths, like the career tree in a contact centre, help employees see potential growth opportunities within the organisation.
Internal Mobility Programs: Practical examples of successful internal mobility programs include career weeks and inside-first hiring policies.
Manager Accountability: The need for managers to actively engage in their team members' career development and be accountable for talent retention and growth.
Leadership Call to Action:
Engage in Career Conversations: Managers should regularly discuss career aspirations and development plans with their team members.
Create Visual Career Paths: Develop and publicise visual career path graphics to help employees understand potential growth opportunities.
Implement Internal Mobility Programs: Establish structured internal mobility programs that prioritise internal candidates for new roles and provide visibility into career opportunities.
Train and Hold Managers Accountable: Ensure managers are trained in talent management and accountable for their team members' development and retention.
Lead to Soar is a multi-platform resource for ambitious women on a leadership journey and for organisations serious about closing the leadership gender gap.
We support women and organisations in 5 ways;
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In this episode, Mel Butcher and Michelle Redfern continue their Career Compass series by discussing the importance of creating clear career paths within organisations. They explore how managers can understand their team members' career aspirations and the strategic benefits of having robust internal mobility programs. The conversation emphasises the need for leaders to foster employee growth and engagement through visible and accessible career development opportunities.
Episode Highlights:
Career Conversations: Regular career conversations between managers and their team members are essential to understanding their strengths and aspirations.
Intrinsic Motivation: How aligning employees' intrinsic motivations with their work leads to higher productivity and engagement.
Career Path Visuals: Examples of visual career paths, like the career tree in a contact centre, help employees see potential growth opportunities within the organisation.
Internal Mobility Programs: Practical examples of successful internal mobility programs include career weeks and inside-first hiring policies.
Manager Accountability: The need for managers to actively engage in their team members' career development and be accountable for talent retention and growth.
Leadership Call to Action:
Engage in Career Conversations: Managers should regularly discuss career aspirations and development plans with their team members.
Create Visual Career Paths: Develop and publicise visual career path graphics to help employees understand potential growth opportunities.
Implement Internal Mobility Programs: Establish structured internal mobility programs that prioritise internal candidates for new roles and provide visibility into career opportunities.
Train and Hold Managers Accountable: Ensure managers are trained in talent management and accountable for their team members' development and retention.
Lead to Soar is a multi-platform resource for ambitious women on a leadership journey and for organisations serious about closing the leadership gender gap.
We support women and organisations in 5 ways;
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Previous Episode
Career Compass: How You Can Help the Next Generation of Women CEOs Navigate their Careers
In this episode of Lead to Soar, hosts Mel Butcher and Michelle Redfern discuss the critical topic of navigating career advice for women aiming for CEO roles. The conversation highlights the disparity in career advice, which focuses heavily on emotional intelligence (EQ) over business intelligence (BQ) and the importance of developing BQ skills for career advancement. They share insights from successful women CEOs like Nickie Gibson and emphasise the need for actionable advice that prepares women for executive leadership roles.
Episode Highlights:
Career Advice Landscape: We discuss the disproportionate focus on EQ in career advice for women and the significant gap in advice on BQ.
Nickie Gibson's Insights: Nikki Gibson (formerly Nickie Scriven), a successful CEO, provided great insights for Michelle's book, The Leadership Compass. Nickie's advice emphasises the importance of BQ skills such as strategic thinking, business growth, and leadership.
Business Intelligence (BQ): Michelle explains BQ in leadership and its critical role in advancing to senior executive and C-suite roles.
Challenges for Ambitious Women: Addressing societal biases against ambitious women and the "ambition penalty" they face in their careers.
Actionable Advice for Women and Managers: Practical steps for women to develop BQ skills and advice for managers to support the career development of women on their teams.
Leadership Call to Action:
Audit Development Programs: Ensure that women-focused programs include substantial business strategic and financial acumen content.
Train Managers: Educate managers on how to coach and develop women in BQ skills and understand the impact of gender dynamics on talent management.
Encourage Self-Development: Women should take charge of their development, seek out resources like the Lead to Soar Network, and attend events like the Lead to Soar Summit.
Lead to Soar is a multi-platform resource for ambitious women on a leadership journey and for organisations serious about closing the leadership gender gap.
We support women and organisations in 5 ways:
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Next Episode
Career Compass: How to Level Up Your LinkedIn Game
Episode Summary:
In this episode of Lead to Soar, Mel Butcher and Michelle Redfern discuss the power of LinkedIn as a strategic tool for professional women. They explore the common hesitations women face in using LinkedIn and provide actionable advice on how to effectively utilize the platform to enhance career opportunities, build networks, and establish a strong professional brand.
Episode Highlights:
Hesitations Women Face on LinkedIn:
Lack of time and prioritization.
Uncertainty about how to use the platform effectively.
Feelings of shyness or being overwhelmed by the information available.
Addressing the 'Busy' Mindset:
"Busy" often signals being overwhelmed or using it as an ego boost.
The importance of examining what "busy" means and how it impacts professional growth.
Importance of LinkedIn:
LinkedIn is a powerful tool for visibility, networking, and staying connected to the business world.
It offers a platform to showcase expertise, connect with broader networks, and access opportunities like speaking engagements and job offers.
Practical Steps for LinkedIn Engagement:
Allocate at least 15 minutes a week to engage on LinkedIn.
Start by liking and commenting on posts from respected professionals.
Ensure your LinkedIn profile is complete and up-to-date with a professional photo, clear headline, and detailed "About" section.
Creating and Sharing Content:
Share interesting articles, industry insights, and thought-provoking content.
Repost others' content with your own comments to add value and build connections.
Express your opinions and expertise confidently to build your personal brand.
Diversifying Your Network:
Engage with diverse voices and amplify the expertise of women, people of color, and underrepresented groups on LinkedIn.
Leadership Call to Action:
Allocate Time for LinkedIn:
Dedicate at least 15 minutes a week to strategic networking on LinkedIn.
Engage with Content:
Start by liking and commenting on posts from industry leaders and respected professionals.
Optimize Your Profile:
Update your LinkedIn profile with a professional photo, clear headline, and detailed "About" section to effectively represent your professional brand.
Share Valuable Content:
Post interesting articles, insights, and thought leadership content relevant to your industry.
Repost others' content with your comments to add value and build connections.
Diversify Your Network:
Engage with and amplify the voices of women, people of color, and underrepresented groups on LinkedIn.
Special Resource:
Michelle has created a comprehensive "how-to" resource for LinkedIn. This includes step-by-step guidance on auditing and refreshing your LinkedIn profile, tips for using LinkedIn effectively, and additional podcast recommendations on strategic networking.
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