Uniting Learning Science and Talent Management by Nebel, Cynthia; Damani, Zohra;

Short description:

This book delves into the relationship between the talent life cycle and learning science, offering a fresh perspective on talent management. Through a meticulous exploration of talent acquisition, management, retention, and exits, it reveals how learning science can be harnessed to enhance organizational growth and employee satisfaction. 

Long description:

This book delves into the intricate relationship between the talent lifecycle and learning science, offering a fresh perspective on talent management. Through a meticulous exploration of talent acquisition, management, retention, and exits, it reveals how learning science can be harnessed to enhance organizational growth and employee satisfaction.

Covering strategic talent sourcing, optimized onboarding, leadership development, and innovative retention strategies, the book presents evidence-based approaches to navigating the complexities of the talent cycle. It underscores the transformative power of learning science in creating sustainable talent experiences, processes, programs, and systems. Through real-world applications and theoretical insights, readers gain access to practical strategies for unlocking the true potential within organizations, making it an indispensable resource for talent leaders and HR professionals.

Targeted at HR professionals, talent leaders, organizational developers, and academic researchers, this book serves as a comprehensive guide for those committed to fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth within their organizations. Its practical insights and evidence-based strategies are particularly valuable for professionals seeking to apply learning science principles to real-world challenges in the talent cycle.

“An invaluable resource that offers a fresh perspective, packed with practical insights for embedding learning science within all aspects of talent management.”
Tal Goldhamer, Chief Learning Officer, International Professional services firm.

“Talent Management is crucial, yet often misunderstood without the science. Uniting Learning Science and Talent Management: Org Scholars scientific insights on talent acquisition, employee development, and succession planning are powerful and will truly help organizations advance. It's a practical resource. I highly recommend this book!”
Netta Jenkins, CEO, Aerodei.

“A research backed toolkit that connects theory into real situations, with rich examples that will help you improve every dimension of how you grow and manage your people, and therefore your business.”
Pep Carrera, Multi-time CEO.

“Uniting Learning Science and Talent Management begs to be read. By fusing the fields of organizational development and learning science, Nebel and Damani offer a fresh perspective that is equal parts usable and discerning. This book is a must-read for anyone seeking to improve their approach to talent management.”
Dr. Matthew Campbell, Senior Lecturer, Vanderbilt University, USA.

“Cindy and Zohra ‘walk the talk’ in their approach to uniting learning science and talent management by applying insights from the former to ongoing challenges of the latter. Their coverage is practical and comprehensive, making this is a must read for professionals in the Talent Management field.”
Dr. Jeanie M. Forray, Seneca Consortium LLC.

Table of Contents:

1. Purpose of the book (The Why)

2. Talent cycle explained (The What)

3. Talent acquisition

4. Talent management

5. Talent retention

6. Talent exits

7. Cycle begins