When Leaders Make Room for Talent

In this episode of Talkin’ Talent, WorldStrides leaders Kristen Duckett and Jordan McLaughlin discuss how organizations can recognize potential, develop internal talent and create opportunities for employees to grow in new directions.

The conversation explores trust, curiosity, skill development, and what it takes for leaders to give employees the space to take on meaningful challenges while balancing innovation, governance and business risk.

Subjects Covered:

  • Recognizing potential beyond an employee’s current role
  • Creating pathways for internal growth and career mobility
  • Building trust between leaders, teams and cross-functional partners
  • Encouraging curiosity, innovation and continuous learning
  • Balancing new opportunities with governance and business risk

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Director, Cherry Bekaert Advisory LLC

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