Solutions
Having heard of the methodology from other CEOs, Johnson attended a Topgrading Workshop, and asked Topgrading to organize a roll-out for DPT, starting with an internal workshop for executives.
All managers attend internal workshops for training, and Topgrading hiring methods are used to fill all roles, from entry level scientists to top executives, whether candidates are external (for hire) or internal (for promotion).
DPT Topgrading Certification
To become Topgrading certified, managers must read the latest version of Topgrading, attend a Topgrading Workshop, observe a competency interview, and observe one or more tandem Topgrading Interviews. Certification is awarded when the interviewers are confident that the manager being certified can be an effective tandem interviewer.
Heads of HR in San Antonio and Lakewood oversee Topgrading certification and follow-through to be sure all methods are used conscientiously.
The Results
Since Topgrading, DPT's success hiring A Players and A Potentials has increased from 17% to 80%. For promotions, the improvement has been from an estimated 20% to 80%.
These statistics were generated by studying every hire and every promotion since Topgrading was launched at the organization. Assessments are routinely done 6 months and 12 months after someone is hired/promoted. Surveys are sent to the hiring manager, Human Resources professionals, and colleagues who have worked closely with the individual, who report if they find the individual to be an A Player, A Potential, B, or C.
