9-GRID BOX AS A TOOL FOR HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT IN SOCIAL ENTERPRISES

Abstract

The article focuses on adapting the 9-Grid Box method, traditionally used for talent management in profitable enterprises, to employee development in social enterprises. The author demonstrates how the 9-Grid Box can be employed in social enterprises to assess the effectiveness of employee adaptation and development, and to make informed decisions about their further progression based on the matrix data. By categorizing employees into nine distinct types based on their potential and productivity levels, the article presents a visual representation of the stage of self-reliance development for each employee as a beneficiary of a social enterprise operating under an employment-based business model. Furthermore, the article provides specific retention and development strategies tailored to each of the nine employee types, offering guidance to HR managers considering the unique objectives of social enterprises. This adapted tool holds value for reintegration programs, aiding socially vulnerable individuals or marginalized groups in developing career plans and enhancing their competitiveness in the traditional job market. The findings of the 9-Grid Box can serve as a foundation for creating training and development plans for employees, facilitating the HR manager’s role. Additionally, the article demonstrates how the 9-Grid Box method can ensure the continuity of social enterprise activities by assisting in the formation of succession plans within the personnel structure.