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5 Reasons for succession planning in state & local government
The unexpected loss of key talent or the failure to fill critical roles in a timely manner can quickly derail any government agency’s goals. Combine such situations with a growing skills shortage, aging workforce, and increasing competition for high performers, and it becomes obvious why agency leaders must invest more time and more resources in succession management. Here are 5 strategies for making succession planning a success for state and local government.The unexpected loss of key talent or the failure to fill critical roles in a timely manner can quickly derail any government agency’s goals. Combine such situations with a growing skills shortage, aging workforce, and increasing competition for high performers, and it becomes obvious why agency leaders must invest more time and more resources in succession management. Here are 5 strategies for making succession planning a success for state and local government.