The buzz: 3X3. The infamous Human Resources nine-box grid, the end result of a larger talent management process, is intended to plot the progression of people as resources for the future. But it's often seen negatively by employees striving for the top right quadrant and by managers disputing its motivational value. Ultimately, even great performers can’t reach the perceived pinnacle of success. Is it time for the grid to retire or are we doomed to nine boxes forever? The experts speak. Anthony Abbatiello, Deloitte: “…the future is about exceptional teams and the leaders within those teams who
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