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Is Talent Innate or Acquired? Exploring Nature vs. Nurture In our ongoing exploration of talent management, we've already defined what talent truly means and debunked several common myths surrounding it. Today, we dive into one of the most debated topics in the field: Is Talent Innate or Acquired? Nature vs. Nurture Debate Talent management professionals and researchers have long debated whether talent is a product of genetics (nature) or the result of environment and practice (nurture). Let's break down these two perspectives: 1. Innate Talent: The Nature Perspective Proponents of the "nature" side argue that certain abilities and potential are hardwired into our DNA. From musical geniuses to athletic superstars, there are countless examples of individuals who seem to possess extraordinary abilities from a young age. This view suggests that innate talent provides a foundation that can be recognised and nurtured early on. 2. Acquired Talent: The Nurture Perspective On the other hand, the "nurture" perspective emphasises the role of environment, education, and practice in developing talent. According to this view, anyone can achieve high levels of skill and performance through dedication, hard work, and the right opportunities. This aligns with the famous "10,000-hour rule" popularised by Malcolm Gladwell, which states that mastery in any field requires extensive practice. Striking a Balance: A Holistic Approach In reality, the most accurate answer lies somewhere in between. Talent is both innate and acquired. While genetic predispositions can provide a head start, the nurturing environment, access to resources, and relentless practice play crucial roles in actualising that potential. Key Takeaways for Talent Management: Early Identification: Recognise innate abilities early on to provide tailored development opportunities. Continuous Development: Foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement, emphasising that talent can be developed with effort and persistence. Personalised Approaches: Customise talent development programs to balance and integrate both innate strengths and acquired skills. By understanding and integrating both perspectives, we can create more effective talent management strategies that recognise the complex interplay between nature and nurture. What are your thoughts on this topic? Have you observed more success in nurturing talent or leveraging innate abilities in your experience? Share your insights and let's continue the conversation! #TalentManagement #NatureVsNurture #HR #LeadershipDevelopment #ContinuousLearning

🎯 Precision Meets Potential: Revolutionising Graduate Development! 🚀 Exciting news! We've teamed up with SHL to bring you a game-changing approach to graduate development. 🔍 Discover how we're combining cutting-edge psychometric assessments with tailored learning journeys to unlock the full potential of early talent. In this article, you'll learn: • How we're addressing the unique challenges of today's graduate market • The power of data-driven insights in shaping development programmes • Real success stories from our innovative partnership Ready to take your graduate development to the next level? 👉 Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eat2ffAR Don't miss out on this opportunity to transform your approach to nurturing future leaders! #GraduateDevelopment #TalentManagement #InnovativeHR #FutureOfWork

Using data and insights from recruitment assessments to aid the design of learning and development programmes gives early talent employers the chance to be more precise with their spend, and improve speed to value post hire. Leveraging data this way is something many employers would love do - and plenty of development suppliers claim to do. But without true partnership on the supplier side, it nearly always proves too time consuming, cumbersome and expensive. In Australia, it is now possible with alignment, ease and simplicity thanks to this partnership between SHL and Development Beyond Learning (DBL). We're excited about what this means for employers and the graduate recruitment industry in Australia. #graduatecareers #graduaterecruitment

Cemex, a construction giant with over 46,000 employees, settles on CoachHub to scale coaching. Check out this article to see what Carlos Delgado Conde, Director for Talent Planning and Development for EMEA at Cemex, had to say about CoachHub - The digital coaching platform. Book your appointment now to learn more! #executivecoaching #coaching #learninganddevelopment #womeninleadership #diversity #inclusion #leadershipdevelopment

In today's Expert Contributor, Ayelen Kalenok, CEO and Founder of KALA TALENT, explains how adaptable individuals embrace change, quickly learn new skills, and adjust their approaches to meet evolving demands. #MexicoBusinessNews #MexicoBusiness #ExpertOpinion https://ow.ly/p61h50SOpGt

The Journey Officially Begins! Since the announcement in mid-September, my team and I "closed the door" to focus on building the foundation for our project. We can now say the base is partly set, and we’re ready to have first moves. I’m pleased to share a quick update with a brief info of upcoming activities. 1st Activity: November 2 – Launch of the "Shine Your Traits" Campaign https://lnkd.in/gqDgvppY. This storytelling campaign includes a special prize for the first-place winner: a diamond symbolizing the importance of self-belief and shining our core, a trip to Malaysia with a career sharing session from Linda, one of my most impactful mentors who shaped my leadership style, a full set of tools including CliftonStrengths, CareerLeader, and Hogan Assessments, plus coaching from respectful HR and industry experts. 2nd Activity: November 3 – Partnership/Sponsorship with FPTU Business Case 2024 I’m excited to partner with FPTU, themed “Shine Your Brilliance, From Carbon to Diamond!” It aligns perfectly with our mission of personal growth. 3rd Activity: November 8 – Collaboration with Vietsuccess for the "Reflective Growth" Series We’re partnering with Vietsuccess to launch the Reflective Growth series, sharing valuable insights and learnings from my respected network, with the special host Hai Truong. 4th Activity: Starting November 10 – Learning and Sharing activities This series will include reflections and learnings, with a special focus on the insights from my recently published book. I am grateful for the support and guidance I’ve received so far, and I look forward to more of it. If you know anyone on their career path who could benefit, please help connect them with Reflective Learnings. Or if you are interested in joining me to generate impactful work to our talent community, please let me know. #reflectivelearnings

How do we develop the next generation of talent? 👀 With an emphasis on mentorship programs, culture fits, skill nurturing, and competitive compensation, smart strategies for appealing to next-gen talent are emerging. #nextgentalent #CompensationStrategies #RecruitmentStrategies #genzworkforce

How do we develop the next generation of talent? 👀 With an emphasis on mentorship programs, culture fits, skill nurturing, and competitive compensation, smart strategies for appealing to next-gen talent are emerging. #nextgentalent #CompensationStrategies #RecruitmentStrategies #genzworkforce

How do we develop the next generation of talent? 👀 With an emphasis on mentorship programs, culture fits, skill nurturing, and competitive compensation, smart strategies for appealing to next-gen talent are emerging. #nextgentalent #CompensationStrategies #RecruitmentStrategies #genzworkforce

How do we develop the next generation of talent? 👀 With an emphasis on mentorship programs, culture fits, skill nurturing, and competitive compensation, smart strategies for appealing to next-gen talent are emerging. #nextgentalent #CompensationStrategies #RecruitmentStrategies #genzworkforce