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MANAGING-HIGH-PERFORMERS5 MIN READ

Design a Stretch Assignment That Does Not Snap

Build a stretch assignment with outcome, edge, support, and evidence.

Kim is excellent at analysis and ready for broader influence, but the pricing project has executive visibility and cross-functional risk. Outcome + learning edge + support rail + evidence The common trap is giving the high performer a bigger mess and calling it development. Outcome Own the Q3 pricing recommendation with two viable options and risk trade-offs. The work has business significance and a clear deliverable. Learning edge Practice stakeholder influence with Sales and Finance before executive review. This names the capability being developed, not just the task. Support rail Two sponsor reviews and one example memo before the final…

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