Organisations throughout the world invest large amounts of resources, money and time in Talent Management to retain High Potentials (HIPOTs). They are highly capable, intelligent, and quick learning resources that we are dealing with. Would a hike in salary package, grade, or designation keep them motivated lastingly? Visualize a goldfish inside a tank with lots of fighter fish. A formula1 car on a heavy traffic road. Shoe polish at the side of fruit racks in the retail outlet. How repulsive are these images? This is precisely how hipots will feel if they've to work in an environment that does not suit their culture, aspirations, and capabilities. They will feel suffocated and what follows next is the hipot going in search of fresh air. CAPABILITY MISMATCH: Consider a situation where your hipot has to report to a manager who seems to be low on general intelligence. The manager would likely take more time concluding a brainstorming session. The hipot may see th...