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Competency Frameworks Are Not Scorecards
Why treating frameworks as grading rubrics limits growth and encourages gaming the system.
The Misunderstanding
Most organizations use competency frameworks as a checklist for promotion. This immediately incentivizes employees to perform to the rubric rather than driving real business impact.
The Reality
A good framework is a mirror, not a scorecard. It should reflect the current reality of an employee's capabilities and provide a vocabulary for discussing growth.
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