Talent Management
Internal Employee vs. External Non-Employee
In today's fast-paced business landscape, understanding the vast reservoir of talent within your organization is not just an advantage—it's a necessity. Companies often overlook their internal goldmine of skills and expertise, focusing instead on external hires. Here, we delve into the need to balance the scales and consider both employee and non-employee talent for optimum organizational success.
The Hidden Value in Employee Data
According to industry surveys, a noteworthy 50% of CEOs assert that their organizations employ data analytics to pinpoint and retain top talent. Nimble takes this a step further with technology that can identify hidden skills in your workforce in under 30 seconds! -- the skills not required in the original job description. And the implementation? It takes a mere day, with employees able to complete self-registration in just 5-10 days.
That's not a sales pitch; that's the reality.
The Risk of Overlooking Internal Talent
It's often said, "You don't know what you don't know." Companies frequently hire external (non-employee) workers, overlooking qualified internal candidates who are a perfect fit for the job. This oversight can lead to the unfortunate outcome of talented employees feeling overlooked, potentially seeking a job change or even leaving the organization.
A Paradigm Shift: Value 'Real People' - Internal Assets
It's time to modify how we regard our employees. Celebrating their abilities and the positive influence they bring to the organization is more than an exercise in morale-boosting; it's a strategic necessity. A culture that values and recognizes skills fosters greater job satisfaction, improved performance, and longer tenures.
The Win/Win Outcome of Talent Visibility
Visibility into skills provides dual benefits: it offers your workforce, internal (employees) and external (non-employees), the opportunity for growth and career development, while also furnishing employers with a fuller understanding of their talent pool. This more holistic approach to Total Talent Management (TTM) enables smarter internal placements, efficient team building, and ultimately, a more agile and responsive organization.
In Conclusion
Recognizing and capitalizing on the skill sets of both employee and non-employee talent is not an either/or proposition; it's a synergistic approach that yields manifold benefits. Nimble's cutting-edge methodologies and technology partners can serve as your catalyst in this transformative process. Let us help you mine the untapped gold within your organization, setting the cornerstone for a comprehensive talent management strategy that elevates your company's performance and competitiveness -- Nimble's Skills Development Solutions (SDS).
