Succession Planning

In this episode of How to Lead, Kate Waterfall Hill discusses the intricacies of succession planning and internal promotions versus external hires. Hearing first from Linda's boss William, on how not to do it, before Kate provides practical advice emphasising the importance of knowledge mapping, risk assessment, and development planning. Episode Highlights00:00 Introduction to Leadership and Succession Planning00:44 Linda the Bad Manager: A Case Study01:25 Internal Promotions vs External Hiring02:28 Succession Planning: Preparing for the Inevitable03:39 Internal Promotions: Benefits and Pitfalls05:41 External Recruitment: Fresh Perspectives and Challenges06:51 Practical Tips for Effective Succession Planning07:52 Key Takeaways and Final Thoughts08:49 Conclusion and Further ResourcesJOIN MY COMMUNITY: Subscribe HERE⁠⁠ if you’d like new podcast episodes delivered right to your inbox. Have you subscribed yet?It would mean so much to me if you would SUBSCRIBE, SHARE OR REVIEW the How to Lead podcast wherever you get your podcasts!Useful links:Free Resources and more information on Kate's coaching programmes Buy the "How to Lead" bookConnect with Kate on LinkedInFollow Kate on TikTokContact Kate