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We go through the exercise every year. Spend a bunch of time figuring out what I need to develop my career. Time’s typically up just about when we get around to how to make it happen. I honestly think this does more harm than good. It’s like a tease that gives me a hint of what’s possible then slams the door on it—until next year, when we do it all over again.

—An employee (perhaps yours)

The work you do with employees around hindsight and foresight helps to generate insight into the world of possibilities that exist for those who want to move forward and toward their career goals. Identifying those possibilities is exciting and energizing—whether ...

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