I was facilitating talent peer review sessions with groups of 3-6 managers and I’m impressed how the exercise is rewarding.  

The approach is very productive for team members of project task force that need to perform together. It is also applicable to a group of ‘mobile’ managers willing to further evolve within the organization. Participants may know each other well but this is at all not an obligation for the session to be successful. The intention, however, to be gathered around the table need to be prepared by the facilitator. He will have to clearly define the framework.  

The formula produces outstanding results as it leverages the power of peer feedback, improves self-awareness thru the perception of colleagues and boosts pro-activity in internal Talent mobility. 

Managers spend plenty of time together in meetings or projects. They seldom get the chance to meet to tackle their career evolution within the organization. Let’s take the example of the exercise where we speak about strengths and competencies of one of the participants. It’s stunning to notice the impact of feedback from others. Everyone is around the table to help each other grow in the organization. Each in turn will be at the centre of the discussion. So we see pure and genuine feedbacks given to each other. 

There is nothing more powerful than positive feedback to increase self-awareness in managers’ development. It helps significantly in self-positioning and self-confidence, and allows matured career choices.  

Managers work in teams to “achieve”. Through this exercise, they realize they also work together to grow collectively.  

Effect is immediate on people engagement and motivation. This is how a new culture can develop. 

People value the beauty of every track record and help identify professional essence, performance patterns and coherence of colleagues.  

From there, I believe leaders and managers can roll out their professional track and step into the next professional phase with confidence and credibility. 

Careers within organizations are primary sources of happiness, fulfillment or personal contribution. I look at talent management as an extraordinary period of growth & expansion. At individual level, it is about professional Alignment toward Personal Success and Fulfillment. At company level, stakes are high. It is about Organizational Development and Company culture.

 Pascal Ledouble
Consultant & Coach