Choose the right move for the high performer who is plateauing
Diagnose whether a high performer needs training, sponsorship, or stretch work next.
4 strong review cycles 1 promotion window this half 0 visible cross-functional reps Asha delivers excellent work in current scope but lacks proof that she can handle broader influence. What is the strongest next move? Send her to another broad leadership course so she can deepen her vocabulary before taking bigger work. Add a high-visibility stretch assignment to her IDP and schedule senior debriefs after the key moments. Wait for the formal promotion process to reveal whether she is truly ready for broader scope. Keep her on the same work because consistency matters more than developmental risk this close to…
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