Many are tiringly conscious of building the right CV. I'm writing this sentence because I'm a little jealous because my resume is one that's been created along the way. Some get a CV that shows that they have been at the same workplace throughout their lives, while others have ended up with 10 different employers in 20 years for various reasons. Such a resume scares many who recruit. "We cannot hire this person, he will stop within two years," they would say, then mark the applicant "out of date".

When it comes to effective staff retention strategies, one size does not fit all. The most forward-thinking employers understand that each person has a specific combination of drivers that motivate them to invest their talents and energies in a company. Taking the time discover what your employees need to thrive will help you to retain top performers and develop them into the future leaders of your company.

Here are some tips to help keep your employees motivated, engaged and committed to your business.