First, ask them. Have a sincere conversation with each member of your staff. Encourage them to be specific about their skills. Just be aware they might express particular interests while being better suited for other duties. Second, review your employees’ employment histories. What did they do before you hired them? How long did they do it? Is there evidence of success - for example, multiple promotions? Third, keep your eyes open. Observing your staff at work can be just as valuable as speaking to them. You’ll invariably notice things certain employees do extremely well, from planning
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