Moving Forward Instead of Up

What if your employees began to think about other ways of moving? What if each move challenged and rewarded them? What if they could move forward instead of up?

Sometimes you can prevent turnover by helping your employees identify several career goals. If employees see that you can support several viable alternatives, they will picture a future for themselves within your organization.

I was ready for a promotion, and it looked like there was no place for me at the next level. Then my manager told me about an opportunity to work in the Seattle operation. I jumped at the chance and have been here five years now. Initially the adjustment was tough, but the challenges and growth have been unbelievable—probably even better than had I gotten my sought-after promotion in Dublin.

—Microsoft programmer from Dublin