Issues Addressed

Unclear Career Paths Employee Retention Challenges Skill Gaps

When to Use

Enhancing Employee Development Improving Retention Rates Clarifying Career Paths

Career Laddering

A structured employee development approach using linear progression through predefined roles, focusing on skill-building and career advancement within organizations.

Origins

Developed as part of continuous performance management practices to maintain ongoing dialogue.
Adopted by companies to align employee aspirations with organizational needs.
Evolved from traditional performance management practices to focus on career growth.

Implementation Details

Core Components

Linear Progression: Employees advance through predefined roles with increasing responsibility and pay. Skill Development: Focus on building expertise in specific fields through training and mentorship. Employer-Driven Parameters: Organizations define advancement criteria, timelines, and required competencies.

Implementation Process

  1. Define Career Paths: Collaborate with stakeholders to outline the skills and competencies for each role.
  2. Set Advancement Criteria: Establish measurable goals for promotions (e.g., certifications, performance metrics).
  3. Implement Training Programs: Provide resources for skill development aligned with career goals.
  4. Track Progress: Use tools like Lattice to monitor employee growth and readiness for advancement.
  5. Adjust Parameters: Regularly update criteria based on organizational needs and feedback.

Implementation Steps

  1. 1

    Define career paths and required competencies

  2. 2

    Establish measurable advancement criteria

  3. 3

    Implement training programs aligned with career goals

  4. 4

    Track employee progress using performance management tools

  5. 5

    Adjust parameters based on organizational feedback

Usage

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Benefits & Considerations

Benefits
  • skill development
  • retention improvements
  • clear progression pathways
Considerations
  • requires ongoing communication
  • needs regular updates to reflect changes
  • may require training for managers