Talent Engagement Exercise

Instructions Use the Four Quadrants Matrix above as a framework to assess your direct reports in your current workplace. If you have no direct reports, use a group of individuals with whom you are familiar. Create a Talent Engagement Chart, like the sample chart provided, with a row for each employee. Include an Introduction and a Conclusion Include 4 to 6 employees from your workplace in your chart, using first names only List and clearly define the core values you will use to assess your employees For each employee, create a row in the chart Your task is to select one Quadrant for each employee and to indicate the placement that you chose in the Type column. Think carefully about the core values of your company and use them to assess these employees. Use the format below to organize your assignment: Introduction Briefly explain the purpose of the overall Talent Engagement exercise. Describe the companys core values that you will use to assess your employees. Chart Include your Talent Engagement Chart here. Use the sample chart provided in this assignment as a model for your chart format. Rationale Statement Write a Rationale statement of 4 to 6 paragraphs. For each employee: Explain why you positioned them in the selected quadrant Assess their work and describe how well they align with the core values Identify areas for improvement or professional development Indicate your plans for managing the employee in the future Note: In writing your Rationale, use the sample statement provided in this assignment as a guide. Conclusion Reflect on your experience using this Talent Matrix tool. Was the exercise beneficial? Would you use some similar tool as a manager in the future? Why or why not?