Unveiling the Relationship between Talent Development Interventions and Organization Effectiveness: Evidence from the Telecommunication Sector of Pakistan
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https://doi.org/10.22555/pbr.v25i2.879Keywords:
Management, Personnel, Business Administration, Talent development practices, organizational effectivenessAbstract
In recent talent management research, the significance of nurturing talent has been highlighted. However, there remains a lack of sufficient quantitative investigations into the impact of these practices on organizational effectiveness, particularly in developing countries like Pakistan, and specifically within the telecommunications sector. This study seeks to address this gap by examining the relationship between different bundles of talent development practices and overall organizational effectiveness. Data was collected from 196 high-potential employees with diverse roles through online platforms. The results of the study indicate that various bundles of talent development practices, including formal, job-based, relationship-based, and informal approaches, positively influence organizational effectiveness. The findings of the study hold important implications for practitioners, indicating that the implementation of talent development practices can significantly enhance the overall effectiveness of telecommunication firms operating in Pakistan.
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