What is the 9 box grid? A definition.
The 9 box grid is a well-known talent management tool in which employees are divided into nine groups, based on their performance and potential.
4 advantages of the 9 box grid.
1. Being simple and easy to use.
2. Helping identify valuable talent.
3. A holistic approach to talent appraisal.
4. A versatile tool.
Creating a 9 box grid.
Step 1. Assessing performance
1. Low performance
2. Moderate performance
3. High performance
Step 2. Assessing potential
1. Low potential | working at full potential
2. Moderate potential | develop in the current role
3. High potential | eligible for promotion
Step 3. Bringing it together