Leadership Pipeline Model
By: A Staff Writer
Updated on: Jul 19, 2024
What: Outlines distinct leadership skills needed as people move up the organization, from frontline contributor to senior executive.
Who: Charan, Drotter, and Noel in their book “The Leadership Pipeline.”
Why: Helps entrepreneurs plan for succession and develop leaders from within, avoiding a skills gap as the company grows.
When: When creating development plans, promoting people, or considering hiring externally vs. growing your own.
How:
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- Familiarize yourself with the competencies at each level.
- Assess your existing talent pool against those needs.