In our latest episode of The Working World, Eddie Coronado, Senior Manager Talent & Performance Management at AdventHealth, was our guest speaker. In this episode, he highlights the importance of aligning mobility programs with business strategies to retain top talent, emphasising metrics like internal fill rates and employee engagement. Eddie shared practical strategies such as stay interviews and collaboration with HR and L&D to enhance retention.
He noted the shift towards internal mobility as a key retention tool, especially for millennials and Gen Z, and predicted its growing importance in future talent management. Eddie encouraged stakeholder buy-in and strategic alignment to successfully implement such programs.
This episode provides a deep dive into Eddie’s expertise and experiences in the evolving talent mobility space, offering practical guidance for mobility professionals.
Insights into this episode include:
- The value proposition of talent mobility programs: To help organisations attract, retain, and get more productivity out of their top talent.
- Aligning talent mobility with business strategy: implementing successful talent mobility initiatives requires aligning them with the organisation’s overall business strategy and goals.
- The importance of top-down support: Top-down support and organisational culture that prioritises talent growth are critical for driving adoption of these programs.
- The changing expectations of younger generations: The expectations of younger generations like Millennials and Gen Z are driving the increasing importance of flexibility, experience, and internal mobility opportunities.
- Preparing for economic cycles: As the economy cycles through ups and downs, organisations that invest in maintaining an engaged, skilled workforce through talent mobility will be better positioned to weather the changes.
- Tailoring talent mobility programs to organisational needs: Mobility professionals should focus on understanding their organisation’s specific talent needs and tailoring programs accordingly, rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach.
Meet Eddie Coronado
Eddie Coronado is a seasoned talent mobility expert with a diverse background spanning talent acquisition, global mobility, and strategic people management. His journey into the world of mobility was an unexpected one. Despite the unplanned nature of his entry, Eddie has emerged as a true trailblazer in the talent mobility space. With experience at industry giants like Siemens, Electronic Arts, and Uber, he has witnessed firsthand the evolving needs and expectations of the modern workforce, particularly among younger generations like Millennials and Gen Z.
At the core of Eddie’s approach is a deep understanding that talent mobility is not just about physical relocation, but rather a strategic tool to attract, retain, and engage top talent. By aligning mobility initiatives with an organisation’s broader business objectives, he has helped companies unlock the true value of their people, driving increased productivity, reduced attrition, and a more agile, future-ready workforce.
Whether it’s implementing stay interviews to better understand employee needs, launching internal mobility marketplaces, or advocating for top-down support from C-suite leaders, Eddie’s innovative thinking and passion for the field have made him a sought-after voice in the talent mobility community. As the world of work continues to evolve, Eddie’s insights and expertise will be invaluable for organisations seeking to stay ahead of the curve. His willingness to share his knowledge and connect with fellow professionals makes him a true asset to anyone looking to elevate their talent mobility strategies and unlock the full potential of their workforce.
