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Ever heard of a “skip level talk”? 🤔

It’s a powerful leadership technique where executives bypass the chain of command to connect directly with frontline employees.

This means stepping out of your office to chat with IC’s (Individual Contributors) who see everything on the field.

It’s not about micromanagement… but about staying in touch with the real pulse of your team’s process on what is going very well and what can be improved, sometimes even immediately addressed.

Why is this important?

Because the view from the top isn’t always clear, skip-level talks help leaders stay grounded and make informed decisions.

If this is not a strategy you are using in your organization, I would highly recommend it. From the talent acquisition lens and from the feedback we get from talent in the market, this is a strategy that could provide a huge ROI.

 

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CEC is a talent strategy consultant helping growing companies design competitive, values-aligned hiring frameworks that attract top talent. With 10+ years of experience, CEC has worked with fast-growing startups and established teams alike.

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