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Part
of a class project (ESD.74 System Dynamics) in
Summer, the picture illustrates the
“premature demise of new hires”, which happens time and again, regardless of
industry, geographical location, and the size of the corporation.
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| Dynamics of New Hires |
Experienced
hires tend to “Do it Myself” due to increased work
load and schedule pressure. Though well-intended “Do It Myself” serves to meet
deadlines, the new hires do not receive optimal coaching time from their
mentors. Quickly, the new hire’s learning and experience saturates. “New Hire
Engagement” is minimal as the new hire is not being “taught to fish”. “Teaching
a man to fish” takes time and the benefits are not immediate (depicted by double
line on arrow from New Hire Experience).
Say meeting deadlines is analogous
to “feeding a man with fish”. Yes, urgent and important. “Teaching a man to
fish” is important but not urgent.
Which is better in the long run?
The answer is obvious but our actions often say otherwise. Why? Time for rethink and change.
Thanks very much for reading.
Works Cited
Gadewadikar, J., Teo, K. S., & Wong, M. F. (2012). ESD.74 System Dynamics Assignment 7: The Dynamics of New Hires. MIT.
