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The Hidden Cost of Internal Talent Hoarding
Most companies think internal hiring solves retention, but data from late 2026 suggests it often creates a bottleneck that stifles innovation. We look at how the practice of hoarding top performers within silos leads to career stagnation and eventual mass exits. Using examples from mid-sized tech firms and manufacturing giants, we break down why managers protect their star employees instead of letting them move across departments. This episode explores the structural incentives that make hoarding rational for managers but disastrous for the organization, and offers a framework for breaking…
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