Using a Talent Matrix

 INSTRUCTIONS In this assignment, you take on the role of a manager at your workplace, with multiple direct reports. You will use the Four Quadrants Matrix (above) as a framework to assess your direct reports. If you have no direct reports, use some individuals with whom you are familiar.   Create a Talent Engagement Chart like the one below, with a row for each employee. Include 4 to 6 employees in your chart    Define the values you will use to assess your employees Use first names only and change the names if you wish For each individual, create a row in the chart   Select one Quadrant for each employee and to indicate the Type that you chose in the Positioning column. Then write a Rationale statement of 4 to 6 paragraphs for your team, explaining why you positioned each employee in the selected quadrant and indicating your plans for managing each employee in the future.    This exercise is designed to give you practical experience in using the Four Quadrants Matrix to differentiate your employees and to make plans for managing them in the future. Present your assessment using the format shown below, which is provided to guide you in this exercise. Your assignment will include both the Talent Engagement Chart and the written Rationale of 4 to 6 paragraphs.