Finding external talent to fill your company's needs isn't always possible. Nor is it always necessary. By paying attention and asking the right questions, you will likely discover a myriad of hidden talents among your existing employees:
- Turn a compliment into an interview: When congratulating an employee on a job well done, ask exactly what helped her succeed. By better understanding her process, you may uncover an unseen strength.
- Ask why employees prefer certain tasks or projects: Preferences can be view into someone's talents. An employee might enjoy a project because it involves a product she cares about or because it gave her a chance to design surveys. By learning which, you will possibly uncover talents.
- Inquire about dreams: Ask your employees what they would do if they had their career to do over again. People's dreams often include an aspect of themselves they don't regularly share.
- Inquire about dreams: Ask your employees what they would do if they had their career to do over again. People's dreams often include an aspect of themselves they don't regularly share.
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