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7 Steps to Creating a Succession Plan

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Understand the fundamental objectives of the endeavor.

Understand the fundamental objectives of the endeavor.

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Tue Oct 01 2024

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Succession planning is a vital yet often overlooked aspect of organizational strategy. Contrary to popular belief, succession planning is not about people taking someone else's job but about ensuring continuity and stability within a company. According to Succession Planning: Preparing Organizations for the Future , a research report from the Association for Talent Development, only 50 percent of respondents reported having a succession planning process. That gap underscores the higher risk companies face during transitions without a succession plan.

Succession planning is a vital yet often overlooked aspect of organizational strategy. Contrary to popular belief, succession planning is not about people taking someone else's job but about ensuring continuity and stability within a company. According to Succession Planning: Preparing Organizations for the Future, a research report from the Association for Talent Development, only 50 percent of respondents reported having a succession planning process. That gap underscores the higher risk companies face during transitions without a succession plan.

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