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Talent Review Guide: Definition, Best Practices & How to Run Effective Talent Review Meetings
Run effective talent review meetings: succession planning, talent development, key discussion questions, best practices, and common mistakes to avoid.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a talent review?
A talent review is a structured meeting where leadership assesses the performance, potential, and risk of employees across the organization. Unlike performance reviews (which are manager-employee conversations), talent reviews are leadership discussions about the overall talent portfolio. They inform succession planning, promotion decisions, development investments, and retention strategies.
How often should talent reviews be conducted?
Most organizations conduct talent reviews annually or twice per year, often following performance review cycles. High-growth companies may run quarterly talent reviews to keep pace with rapid headcount changes. The cadence depends on company size, growth rate, and the maturity of your performance management process. More frequent reviews catch flight risk and high-potential employees faster.
What data should be reviewed in a talent review meeting?
A talent review should include: performance ratings from the last cycle, goal completion data, 360 feedback themes, manager assessments of potential, tenure and engagement signals, flight risk indicators, and ONA data showing collaboration patterns and network influence. Organizations using ONA data in talent reviews report significantly more accurate talent decisions than those relying on manager opinions alone.
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