[Verse 1] Sarah's worked here seven years, exceeding every goal But promotion passed her by while Tom got the new role The criteria were mystery, locked in manager's mind Transparent standards matter when careers are on the line [Chorus] Document the pathway, make it crystal clear Post those positions, let ambition steer Nine-box your talent, calibrate with care High-potential spotting needs bias-aware Internal mobility, succession's key Fair promotion processes set people free [Verse 2] Job posting rules ensure that everyone can see What opportunities exist across the company Thirty days internal first before external hire Give your current workforce chance to climb up higher [Chorus] Document the pathway, make it crystal clear Post those positions, let ambition steer Nine-box your talent, calibrate with care High-potential spotting needs bias-aware Internal mobility, succession's key Fair promotion processes set people free [Bridge] Performance on the left side, potential up above Succession planning grids reveal who you should love But watch for bias creeping in assessment of who's bright Development planning must expand beyond the prototype [Verse 3] Stretch assignments allocated based on data not on hunch Talent review calibration levels playing field for lunch High performers, high potential, ready now or later Systematic development makes organizations greater [Chorus] Document the pathway, make it crystal clear Post those positions, let ambition steer Nine-box your talent, calibrate with care High-potential spotting needs bias-aware Internal mobility, succession's key Fair promotion processes set people free [Outro] When promotion feels transparent And succession plans unfold Every worker sees their future Worth much more than gold
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