The role of learning agility in executive career success: the results of two field studies.: An article from: Journal of Managerial Issues

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From the author: Although learning agility has been used in many companies as an important consideration for selecting high potential talent, very little scholarly research has been conducted on this construct. This paper presents the results of two field investigations--one cross-sectional and one longitudinal. In Study 1, it was found that learning agility was significantly correlated with the following two objective career outcomes: (a) CEO proximity and (b) total compensation. The study also observed a positive relationship between learning agility and ratings of leadership competence. In Study 2, it was found that learning agility was significantly related to career growth trajectory. High learning agile individuals were promoted more often and received higher salary increases than low learning agile individuals over a period of ten years. Implications for talent management and leadership development are discussed.

Citation Details
Title: The role of learning agility in executive career success: the results of two field studies.
Author: Guangrong Dai
Publication:Journal of Managerial Issues (Magazine/Journal)
Date: June 22, 2013
Publisher: Pittsburg State University - Department of Economics
Volume: 25 Issue: 2 Page: 108(25)

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