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Developing and Assisting Organization Members with Career Development
Jesse Reginelli
Career development has been receiving increased attention within many organizations. Employees have a strong desire to take control over their work lives and are seeking both guidance and assistance from their employers. This need causes the employers to react to these situations, and the organizations are realizing that they are reliant on their human capital for growth and survival.
Many organizations are adopting career planning and development programs. These programs are designed for those who ultimately desire to improve the performance of their organization members.
Career development involves assisting employees to attain their career goals. As a result, organizations must be prepared to adhere to individual concerns and provide practical solutions to accommodate such needs. Often employees feel discontent with their current position because they feel they are not able to utilize their skills and abilities to the fullest, nor do they feel that their careers are being cultivated. In order to bridge the communication gap, managers must have an understanding of how employees mature and gain experience in their positions, and how unique concerns and needs change over time.
Career development interventions assist individuals to attain their objectives in different stages. By linking this intervention to various career stages, it acts as a roadmap and clarifies individual career paths. Furthermore, career development interventions also assist in other critical ways, such as providing performance feedback and effectiveness within an employee's position.
Career development serves other critical purposes for an organization. For example, it helps to reduce employee turnover and increases one's commitment to their role. It can assist employees to achieve their own objectives and to integrate them to the overall corporate direction. A career development process adds value to both the employee and to the organization. This planned intervention is necessary for organizations to remain competitive and to adapt to the needs of an increasingly diverse workforce.
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