Performance
What is Talent Management?
Talent management is the coordinated approach to attracting, developing, engaging and retaining employees.
It connects hiring, performance, learning, career growth and succession planning to workforce goals. A clear approach helps organisations build skills over time.
Key aspects of Talent Management
Key areas to understand include:
- Goals, expectations and measures
- Feedback and review conversations
- Development and follow-up actions
Example of Talent Management
HR combines performance reviews, development plans and succession discussions to support high-potential employees.
Why Is Talent Management Important?
A shared understanding helps managers and employees turn performance discussions into useful action.
Creates clearer expectations
Common language makes goals, feedback and development needs easier to discuss.
Encourages continuous improvement
Regular review helps teams identify progress and next steps.
Frequently asked questions
What does talent management include?
It can include hiring, development, performance, retention and succession activities.
Who owns talent management?
HR partners with managers and leaders to make it effective.