Solving People Challenges: The Talent Assessment Chart
One of the biggest barriers to scaling a company isn’t strategy or cash—it’s people. As a CEO, you probably know the feeling: your company has grown, but not everyone on the team is keeping pace. Some employees are thriving, others are struggling, and you’re left wondering—do I have the right people in the right roles?
This is where the Talent Assessment Chart becomes a powerful tool. At its core, it helps you answer one simple question about every team member:
Would you enthusiastically rehire this person?
From there, the chart gives you a structured way to evaluate each individual across two dimensions:
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Values – Do they align with and live out your company’s core values?
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Productivity – Are they performing at the level the role requires?
By plotting your team, you quickly see who your A Players (high values, high productivity) are, where your B Players (middle performers) sit, and which C Players (misaligned or underperforming) may be holding the company back.
But the chart is more than a sorting exercise—it’s a decision-making tool. Once you’ve identified where people stand, you can take action:
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For your A Players: Ask yourself, are they paid fairly? Do they feel appreciated? Do they see how their role connects to the company’s purpose? Can you give them more opportunities to play to their strengths?
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For your B Players: Determine if coaching, clarity, or role adjustments could help them move up.
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For your C Players: Decide if it’s time for a serious conversation about fit.
This kind of clarity is liberating. Instead of letting issues drag on, you have a framework to make decisions that protect your culture, free up resources, and keep your company moving forward.
Scaling a business is never just about growth—it’s about building a team that can grow with you. The Talent Assessment Chart gives you a practical, structured way to do just that.
If you’re facing people challenges—wondering if you’ve got the right team in place, or how to align them better—I’d love to help. Let’s talk about how you can use this tool to bring clarity, accountability, and momentum to your business.