Building Tomorrow's Talent: A Practitioner's Guide to Talent Management and Succession Planning [Paperback]

Doris Sims (Author), Matthew Gay (Author), Chris Morris (Illustrator)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 1, 2007 | ISBN-10: 1425994652 | ISBN-13: 978-1425994655 | Edition: 1st

You ve heard the human resource buzz words talent management, talent assessment, high potentials, succession planning but what does it all really mean? What steps and decisions are involved in the creation and implementation of these programs? How will you be able to measure these programs to ensure positive business results are achieved? Written by two human resource practitioners who have implemented these programs in Fortune 500 companies and lived to tell the tale, Building Tomorrow s Talent provides practical ideas and tools to help others create and enhance these programs in their own organizations. In this book you ll find: Talent Management checklists, frequently asked questions, charts, slide presentation ideas, and a project planning template Talent review meeting facilitation tips and potential answers to the challenging questions you are likely to receive from business leaders The controversial to tell or not to tell question of high potential notification is thoroughly explored, as well other high potential identification decisions

Editorial Reviews

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This user-friendly workbook provides the reader with step-by-step instruction for starting a Talent Management program from scratch, or taking an existing program to the next level. As a company that cherishes its unique culture, we particularly appreciate the emphasis on customizing the program to reflect the company's personality. Fiona Macleod Butts and Karen Gooch Director, Talent Management and Project Specialist Talent Management People and Leadership Development, Southwest Airlines www.southwest.com --Southwest Airlines

"Building Tomorrow's Talent provides a truly practical guide and represents a landmark book in the field of succession planning and talent management." Mark Caruso President and CEO, Success Associates, Inc. www.SuccessAssociates.com --Success Associates

Building Tomorrow s Talent is a must read for anyone who is trying to get their hands around how to implement a succession planning process in their companies. This book is a wonderful, hands-on, practical resource guide that walks you through all the pertinent steps to creating a succession planning process. As an executive coach I am often asked how to implement succession planning. I recommend this book to all of these clients!" Susan Steinbrecher, Founder and President of Steinbrecher and Associates Co-Author of Heart-Centered Leadership www.instituteofhcl.com --Steinbrecher and Associates

About the Author

Matthew Gay, SPHR and Doris Sims, SPHR have 35 years of combined experience in the areas of human resources, organizational development, recruiting, leadership development, call center training, and systems training, and 10 combined years of experience specifically in the area of talent management and succession planning. Doris and Matthew have worked as internal human resource practitioners in multiple Fortune 100 and Fortune 500 companies and in global organizations, with industry experience in finance, hospitality, healthcare, telecommunications, information services, and manufacturing. Matthew received his Master's degree in the field of Human Resource Development from the University of Oklahoma (Go Sooners!), and Doris received her Master's degree in Human Resource Development from Indiana State University (Go Sycamores!). Their Talent Management processes and ideas have been documented as best practices by the Corporate Leadership Council. Both authors have achieved their SPHR (Senior Professional in Human Resources) certification. They both enjoy speaking at national and international conferences and talking with anyone who is interested in the topic of Talent Management! You can contact the authors at [e-mail] or [e-mail].

Product Details

• Paperback: 236 pages
• Publisher: Authorhouse; 1st edition (February 1, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1425994652
• ISBN-13: 978-1425994655
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 0.5 x 11 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #214,991 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Don't Leave Home Without It! June 19, 2007

By Jeff Thomson

Format:Paperback

I purchased this book in preparation for several Talent Reviews that I was due to plan and facilitate within my organization. To say the least, it was a tremendously helpful and useful resource every step of the way. Not only did it provide me step-by-step guidance on preparing all the details of my sessions, but the checklists and templates were instrumental in helping me facilitate effective and meaningful discussions for my clients.

I am now using this book to help me in preparing next steps following the Talent Reviews to ensure momentum is not lost. And once again, I am delighted by the insight and practical tools the book offers to support me in this process.

My favorite part of this book is its "just-in-time" nature. I have read it on planes, in the office, at home and at stop lights on my way to work. In fact, I've even had it by my side in the actual Talent Review discussions in case I need to refer to it during breaks.

I highly recommend this book to anyone involved with Talent Management and Succession Planning in their organization. It offers new insights, as well as reinforces concepts and ideas you've heard before, and packages it all in a practitioner-friendly way to ensure effective application.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Best One Out There! April 22, 2007

By Ilayne J. Geller

Format:Paperback

This book should be called "Everything You Ever Wanted to Know about Sucession Planning" or "Talent Management A-Z" given how complete it is. I am an independent consultant/trainer and I will be encouraging many of my clients to purchase this book as several have succession planning as a current critical need in their organization. What I particularly like about the book is how practical and detailed it is. The authors tell you not only what to do and how, but what not to do as well. Also, it is easy to find a specific topic you are interested in. This book is well worth the cost.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars A unique and highly recommended instructional reference June 8, 2007

By Midwest Book Review

Format:Paperback

The collaborative work of human resource specialists Matthew Gay and Doris Sims, "Building Tomorrow's Talent: A Practitioner's Guide To Talent Management And Succession Planning" is a superbly organized and articulately presented compendium of practical advice, ideas, tips, techniques, and planning tools designed to create and implement processes for the accurate assessment of a leadership team within any sized business organization from newly launched entrepreneurial enterprises to established multinational corporations. "Building Tomorrow's Talent" features numerous checklists, 'FAQ' sections, charts, slide presentation ideas, and an applicable project planning template adaptable to any business organization. Of special note is the 'to tell or not to tell' question with respect to high potential notification decisions. "Building Tomorrow's Talent" is a unique and highly recommended instructional reference for anyone charged with the responsibility of developing and managing the human resources of a business operation of any size or scope.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Succession Planning Made Simpler May 18, 2007

By Donna C. Coulson

Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase

[...] Naturally, I bought a copy because I've done my fair share of succession planning in large corporations. And I wanted to see the finished product.

I found this book very easy to use. It's a wonderful checklist against everything you've ever done in succession planning--or a great resource for an HR or OD professional going through a talent review (as they now call it!) and needing some guideposts. The format is easy to read--the authors are up-front about the issues you could confront and anticipate. A wonderful tool for the toolbox.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding resource June 28, 2007

By D. A. Sehulster

Format:Paperback

This book is an outstanding resource for any HR Business Partner and any business leader who understands the importance of identifying and building individual and organizational capability. The book contains very practical ideas and suggestions that will help an organization build maturity in talent management and succession planning. This is one of those books that all HR practitioners in HR Business Partner or Organizational Development roles should have!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars The Most Helpful Talent Management Resource Available March 13, 2011

By Thomas J. Griffin, PhD

Format:Paperback

"Building Tomorrow's Talent" is the most helpful resource on talent management and succession planning that I have come across. Doris Sims and Matthew Gay provide an elegantly simple and effective approach for designing a talent management system that guides you every step along the way. I have used this resource as the foundation of my talent planning efforts and it has produced more effective and results driven outcomes than I had previously experienced - I owe it to the experience and expertise that that the authors bring. I highly recommend this resource to anyone who is currently involved in talent planning efforts - it will add richness and dimension to your existing process. For those who are new to talent planning efforts - it provides an easy to follow road map to ensure your success and drive business and performance results.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Very practical solutions June 1, 2007

By Philip M. Ellison Jr.

Format:Paperback

This book is a refreshingly practical guide for HR professionals and organizational leaders of all types. The components of a plan are well identified and the authors offer legitimate advice for those who'll actually do the work of succession planning.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars A great practical guide to succession management! January 17, 2008

By Paul B. Terry

Format:Paperback

Thanks to Doris and Matt for their great work! I found this book especially helpful in two areas: a) addressing key issues an organization should think about relative to its readiness for a succession planning process; and b) the detail on the talent review meeting process. I also like the "Terms and Definitions" section since many different terms within organizations are used to describe this process. My only wish is that the book spent more time discussing what should happen during the year (between talent review meetings).