Another One Bites the Dust: 3 Changes Leaders Must Make to Keep the Talent They Need to Get Results-Course recording

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Leslie Beal, CEO and founder of Perfusion Strategies, leads a session titled "Another One Bites the Dust," addressing the challenges of finding and retaining talent in today's tight labor market. Beal emphasizes that we face an unprecedented global talent shortage, projected to reach 85 million by 2030, which will significantly impact businesses, including $8.5 trillion in revenue loss globally.<br /><br />She outlines three key strategies for leaders to retain talent:<br /><br />1. <strong>Engage Deeply with Employees</strong>: Regular, meaningful conversations with employees are crucial. Understanding their needs and aligning them with organizational goals can prevent disengagement.<br />   <br />2. <strong>Recognize and Develop Talent</strong>: Identifying and nurturing high-potential employees is vital. Providing growth opportunities and clear career paths can increase retention.<br /><br />3. <strong>Cultivate a Development Culture</strong>: Everyone in the organization should strive to improve constantly. This includes regular feedback and development opportunities.<br /><br />She stresses the necessity of shifting from traditional methods like merely increasing salaries to these more dynamic strategies. By doing so, businesses can better adapt to demographic and societal changes that influence the workforce landscape. Ultimately, Beal advocates for a leadership approach that proactively invests in people to gain a competitive edge in the impending talent war.

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talent retention

global talent shortage

employee engagement

leadership strategies

development culture

high-potential employees

workforce adaptation

competitive edge

Leslie Beal