In this encore episode of Building Better Managers, Wendy engages with Julie Winkle Giulioni, a renowned expert in career development. They discuss the evolution of career conversations, the importance of psychological safety, and the impact of remote work on employee growth. Julie emphasizes the need for continuous dialogue about career development rather than relying on annual reviews. The conversation also explores the role of AI in enhancing career growth while highlighting the irreplaceable value of human interaction. As the workplace continues to evolve, leaders must adapt their strategies to foster an environment where employees feel valued and supported in their career journeys.

Key takeaways:

• Career development is essential for employee engagement and retention.
• Conversations about career growth should happen regularly, not just annually.
• Psychological safety is crucial for open and honest career conversations.
• Leaders should focus on asking questions rather than providing answers.
• Remote work requires more intentionality in career development efforts.
• Recognizing and appreciating employees' strengths fosters motivation.
• AI can support career development but cannot replace human interaction.
• Creating equitable development opportunities is vital in a hybrid work environment.
• Leaders should confront their proximity bias to ensure fair development.
• The future of career development will focus on self-driven growth and diverse experiences.

Meet Julie:

Julie Winkle Giulioni is a champion for workplace growth and development and helps executives and leaders optimize talent and potential within their organizations. One of Inc. Magazine's Top 100 speakers, she's the author of "Promotions Are So Yesterday: Redefine Career Development. Help Employees Thrive" and the co-author of the international bestseller, "Help Them Grow or Watch Them Go: Career Conversations Organizations Need and Employees Still Want," translated into seven languages.

Julie is a regular columnist for Training Industry Magazine and SmartBrief and contributes articles on leadership, career development, and workplace trends to numerous publications including Fast Company and The Economist. You can keep up with Julie through her blog and LinkedIn.

Follow Julie:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliewinklegiulioni/
• Website: https://www.juliewinklegiulioni.com/

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