When companies create fair and clear guidelines for internal promotions, they help their people — and the business — succeed.
In a survey conducted by recruitment firm Michael Page, roughly 92 percent of job applicants participating in the survey expressed that companies should make clear promotion criteria a top priority. Sixty percent of those respondents shared that without clear promotion guidelines, they feel less engaged at work, too.
So, how does a company make internal promotions feel fair and attainable? At Fortune Brands Innovations, a company that develops home, security and digital products, the answer is simple: established metrics and frequent communication.
According to Obadiah Farley, senior manager of outbound logistics, employees’ eligibility for a promotion is based on how they consistently deliver against established goals.
“By meeting performance metrics and staying aligned with business objectives, you can clearly see how your contributions impact the bigger picture,” Farley said.
This focus on consistent performance, coupled with regular conversations with leaders, makes it easy for everyone to take the next step in their career. Below, Farley shares more about how Fortune Brands Innovations provides clarity around promotions and the recurring behaviors that keep its employees climbing the career ladder.
Fortune Brands Innovations is a home, security and digital products company operating a portfolio of brands that includes Moen, House of Rohl and SentrySafe.
In one line, what makes promotion feel fair here?
Hard work and dedication to doing the job well are really appreciated at Fortune Brands.
“Hard work and dedication to doing the job well are really appreciated at Fortune Brands.”
What policy or metric proves clarity around promotions?
One of the clearest indicators of readiness for growth is consistently delivering against established goals. By meeting performance metrics and staying aligned with business objectives, you can clearly see how your contributions impact the bigger picture. Regular conversations with leadership also provide transparency around expectations and help ensure you’re tracking toward long-term success.
Which recurring behavior keeps people climbing?
The most impactful thing at this organization is having the proper leaders who recognize talent and share the opportunities that become available as the organization grows. Additionally, the company gives people the opportunity to engage in projects that challenge their creativity and provides learning moments that enable people to interact with multiple facets of the business.
