Part V: DEVELOPING TALENT THROUGH NETWORKS

The ability to understand and work through organizational networks and to build effective personal networks has become a requirement for leaders in organizations of all kinds. That is why, as the contributors to this section emphasize, network issues must be included in all phases of talent management, from the onboarding of new hires to the preparation of high-potential employees for major leadership roles.

Michael Chavez and Mara Green describe three practices they use to help clients develop the mindset, skills, and tools to operate in today's complex business world. The practices include building strong, enduring ties instead of many superficial ones and using network analysis tools to develop ...

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