Effective Succession Planning, Fifth Edition
- 7h 52m
- William J. Rothwell
- AMACOM
- 2016
Organizations that don't take steps to address future talent needs at all levels will face certain disruptions, and even disasters, when key employees leave. The most comprehensive book on the subject, "Effective Succession Planning" helps readers:
- Identify competencies and clarify organizational values
- Plan for and quickly fill crucial vacancies at all levels
- Develop and retain top talent, building and preserving the organization's intellectual capital
- Assess current needs and future resources for seamless succession planning
- And more
Covering best practices, current trends, and the latest technology, the fifth edition also features new and revised material on: succession planning for small businesses and nonprofits; replacement planning; transition management; downsizing; international issues; mergers and acquisitions as a talent strategy; and succession planning for technical positions as well as roles built on longstanding social relationships. Packed with enlightening case studies and practical guidance, "Effective Succession Planning" remains an indispensable resource for any organization concerned with retaining the accumulated wisdom of its most valued employees.
About the Author
WILLIAM J. ROTHWELL, PH.D., SPHR, CPLP FELLOW, is Professor of Workplace Learning and Performance at Pennsylvania State University and President of Rothwell & Associates, a premier human resources consulting firm.
In this Book
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Effective Succession Planning, Fifth Edition
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What Is Succession Planning and Management?
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Trends Influencing Succession Planning and Management
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Moving to a State-of-the-Art Approach
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Competency Identification, Values, Clarification, and Ethics: Keys to Succession Planning and Management
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Making the Case for Major Change
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Starting a Systematic Program
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Refining the Program
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Assessing Present Work Requirements and Individual Job Performance
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Assessing Future Work Requirements and Individual Potential
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Developing Internal Successors
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Assessing Alternatives to Internal Development
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Integrating Recruitment with Succession Planning
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Integrating Retention with Succession Planning
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Using Technology to Support Succession Planning and Management Programs
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Evaluating Succession Planning and Management Programs
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The Future of Succession Planning and Management
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Selected Websites
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A Guide for Replacement Planning
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Succession Planning and Management
