Since 1994 Effective Succession Planning has been helping readers develop a strong succession program—and avoid the disruption (maybe even disaster) that can result when key employees move on unexpectedly.

Now, with many sections of totally new material and extensive updates throughout, this indispensable guide is the most comprehensive resource on succession planning available. Readers will find a wealth of information on how to:
; Plan and implement a systematic program, following a proven model; Identify competencies and clarify values for both planning and managing a succession program; Assess current and future needs and resources
Assess current and future needs and resources
TABLE OF CONTENTS

Chapter 1: What Is Succession Planning and Management?
Chapter 2: Trends Influencing Succession Planning and Management
Chapter 3: The Need for a Newer Approach
Chapter 4: Competency Identification and Values Clarification: Keys to Succession Planning and Management
Chapter 5: Making the Case for Change
Chapter 6: Starting Up a Systematic Succession Planning and Management Program
Chapter 7: Refining the Program
Chapter 8: Assessing Present Work Requirements and Individual Job Performance
Chapter 9: Assessing Future Work Requirements and Individual Potential
Chapter 10: Developing Internal Successors
Chapter 11: Assessing Alternatives to Internal Development
Chapter 12: Applying Online and High-Tech Approaches to Succession Planning and Management Programs
Chapter 13: Evaluating Succession Planning and Management Programs
Chapter 14: Special Issues in Succession Planning and Management