Skill management is emerging as the core responsibility of HR and talent management organizations. It involves answering key business questions around the skills available in an organization, how they are being used, the skills needed for the future, and how to bridge skill gaps. Individuals also need to take ownership of and manage their own skills.

Sustainable growth requires an ongoing investment in understanding, developing and applying skills. To do this effectively manage your skills as a portfolio.

Sketching a mindmap of your goals can help you understand the skills you need to develop. Sharing these with your colleagues will encourage collaboration.

Capabilities are a key part of Cascading Choices. For professional services, skills are the key. Skill management should be central to strategic planning.