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The best approach to lead a successful retention strategy is to:

The correct answer is C. Target efforts to high performers. Retention efforts yield the highest ROI when aimed at high performers, especially those in critical roles or possessing hard-to-replace skills. Broad retention efforts can dilute impact and cost Extract from HRCI-aligned HR knowledge (Employee Relations and Engagement): SPHR's…

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Question

The best approach to lead a successful retention strategy is to:

Options

  • AFocus on retaining all employees
  • BIncrease the budget for recognition programs
  • CTarget efforts to high performers
  • DPrioritize organizational seniority

How the community answered

(44 responses)
  • A
    5% (2)
  • B
    7% (3)
  • C
    75% (33)
  • D
    14% (6)

Explanation

Retention efforts yield the highest ROI when aimed at high performers, especially those in critical roles or possessing hard-to-replace skills. Broad retention efforts can dilute impact and cost Extract from HRCI-aligned HR knowledge (Employee Relations and Engagement): SPHR's strategic retention model highlights "targeted retention of high-potential and high- performing talent as essential to long-term success." This includes tailored development and reward strategies for key contributors.

Topics

#retention strategy#high performer focus#talent management#employee engagement

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