Discussion Post
Chapter 5: Career development
• Briefly compare and contrast an organization-centered approach to career planning to an individual-centered approach to career planning. Which might work best for your client, Hytech, and why?
Chapter 6: Selection
• Some companies stresses "culture fit" and "hiring for attitude" as critical criteria for applicant selection. Discuss this in terms of (a) validity and reliability, and (b) legal requirements for non-discrimination.
• What are some possible problems or common interviewing mistakes that should be watched for interviewing?
Chapter 7: Training
• Some companies conduct annual needs assessment to determine what type of training is needed. What sources of information could help in determining training needs?
• Identify at least 3 types of internal delivery options for training.
Chapter 8: Performance Management
• Identify some performance management linkages between organizational strategies and employee performance.
• What type(s) of performance information (trait-based, behavior-based, or results-based) could be used for your client, Hytech?
• Which method of performance appraisal do you think makes the most sense for Hytech's employees? Explain your rationale.
The response should include a reference list. Using one-inch margins, Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space and APA style of writing and citations.