Readiness for Change
Growth Potential
Strengths and Development Needs
Promotability
Louisiana
Trivia
100
Stays away from change, does not support it. Will go along with change grudgingly when there is no alternative. May try to subvert change efforts.
What is BLOCKED?
100
Successful in the past but not keeping pace with current performance standards. Expected to fall further behind unless thewre is significant improvement.
What is NOT KEEPING PACE?
100
He lived in a bayou and hit alligators with a stump... that's all he had left cuz the alligator bit it.
What is Amos Moses?
100
Ready to move up at least one level or take on broader responsibilities.
What is PROMOTABLE (NOW)?
100
The French word for "slow-moving river" is...
What is BAYOU?
200
Always looking to create improvements. Sees change before others and acts quickly to initiate and lead change efforts. Results are usually far reaching.
What is PROACTIVE?
200
Good at their job but unlikely to move up. Able to remain successful even facing growing demands.
What is WELL PLACED NOW?
200
This book is esecially helpful for filling out this section of the Talent Assessment worksheet.
What is PERFECT PHRASES?
200
Individual may be in a specialty or professional role. Fits well, but might not be promotable to the next level.
What is PROFESSIONAL/SPECIALIST (good in place)?
200
In Louisiana biting someone with natural teeth is considered simple assault, but biting someone with false teeth is considered:
What is AGGRAVATED ASSAULT?
300
Ready to act when change activities are explained or present themselves. Does not envision change, but early adopter when opportunities become clear. Has a successful record of leading change.
What is ACTIVE?
300
Likely to grow scope of responsibility successfully within current level and grow at a pace faster than the rising standards of the organization.
What is SOME ROOM FOR GROWTH?
300
A skill or competency gap that impairs the individual's effectiveness and contribution. these needs must be addressed in order to grow and prosper.
What is DEVELOPMENT NEED?
300
Individual needs considerable improvement to be ready for any promotion.
What is SIGNIFICANT IMPROVEMENT NEEDED?
300
In 1803 the US paid France $15M dollars for 828,000 square miles of territory otherwise known as:
What is THE LOUISIANA PURCHASE?
400
Follower of change, requires explanation and convincing when change efforts are identified. Goes along once convinced. Follows standard operating procedures, once change is standard will make it happen in their area.
What is REACTIVE?
400
Can move on to greater responsibilities. Should be able to move up one level or take on more significant assignments.
What is CONSIDERABLE GROWTH?
400
A clear and distinguishable strength that is demonstrated on a consistent basis and enhances business performance.
What is TOWERING STRENGTH?
400
Anticipation that this person will be promotable at least one level (or laterally) within one or two years.
What is PROMOTABLE SOON (1-2 YEARS)?
400
Louisiana is the only state in the Union that does not have counties, choosing to call their political subdivisions...
What is PARISHES?
500
There is a big difference between BLOCKED and BLOCKING in Talent Assessment.
What is TRUE?
500
Can't say how far this person will go, but likely to take on larger responsibilities and roles with great success. Clear potential to move at least two levels.
What is UNLIMITED GROWTH?
500
It is imperative that each critical skill be identified as either a Towering Strength or Development Need
What is FALSE?
500
Individual is competent in their current role, but this is a feeder spot for larger responsibilities, and they are not likely to take on additional responsibilities. they are blocking our opportunity to back fill from this role.
What is BLOCKING?
500
Louisiana is the only state that still refers to this Code in its state laws.
What is NAPOLEONIC CODE?