
Managing people has evolved from old approaches of "commanding and controling" to "developing and empowering." Over the years, managers have taken some responsibility for ensuring that their staff members maintain the knowledge and skills necessary to perform. Additionally, organizations have developed more expansive models of what development looks like. Compare the old versus new approaches below:
1. Focus on Poor Performers vs. High Performers
2. Development as Responsibility of Human Resources Department vs. Managers' Responsibility
3. Career Development as a Predictable Corporate Ladder vs. New Challenges to Strengthen Abilities
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