The present economic downturn has offered managers with a tempting environment for getting "star" employees on the cheap. But the history of such acquisitions of human capital was combined, with many businesses failing to integrate their new ability. Apparently, star workers can't be only hired by an organization and then expect those individuals to automatically shine in their new environment. The writers have found that, to develop a top-notch organization of star employees, businesses can't just hire the best and brightest and then turn those people loose into a Darwinian competition.
Instead, organizations should provide and keep the appropriate surroundings for those workers to prosper.
PUBLICATION DATE: January 01, 2010 PRODUCT #: SMR339-HCB-ENG
This is just an excerpt. This case is about LEADERSHIP & MANAGING PEOPLE
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