TI's Technical Ladder (Contd...)

As I said this model is excellent in isolation. Because, of its key selection points:

1. Innovation in products leading to business impact
2. How the person helps to grow the technical pool in their team, whether they have mentored and helped others grow technically and
3. How the person has contributed to enhancing TI's image in external environment like industry and forums

What I think, is that each person, can do the above, as everyone has equal potential. But, then why only 1% of all are able to achieve this position? Situation!

These key-points are laid down by any company in the world for their employees. But still, each company is not TI! Why? Where are the points for the companies laid down by employees? OK, well, lets do that:

1. Companies should have strong senior member's team. In terms of technology and management. The position such as Team Leads are very important. As these senior persons are very close to team members and aware of what's going on at the floor.
2. The chain above the Team Leads should support: Innovation, Visibility and Appreciation
3. HR should work closely with seniors to get the right candidates. More transparency is required while hiring a person, apart from the well laid down hiring process. Although, a lot can be said about HR!