This practical, how-to guide provides human resource professionals with a detailed framework for designing, implementing, and maintaining comprehensive career development systems. It offers advice on using wide range of approaches--including workshops, counseling, mentoring, and computer-assisted programs. The book details how to secure the support of top management and others, set up pilot programs, develop staff, and encourage middle managers to participate."The authors have designed a career development framework that draws from career planning, organization development, and the human resource function....The 'how to' approach should be of great help to organizations seeking to develop comprehensive career development programs."--Personnel Administrator