# Guernsey Employment Trust’s Homegrown Leadership: A Step in the Right Direction
In a world where the corporate ladder often seems more like a corporate escalator for the externally recruited high-flyers, the Guernsey Employment Trust (GET) has taken a refreshingly grounded approach. By promoting from within, GET has not only recognised the talent that has been brewing in its own backyard but has also sent a clear message about the value of nurturing and investing in its people.
## The Rise of Benjamin Martinson and Poppy Queripel
Benjamin Martinson’s journey from retail to Supported Employment Manager is the kind of story that would warm the cockles of even the most hardened cynic’s heart. His initial role as a mentor for a deaf client was not just a job; it was a calling that piqued his curiosity and set him on a path of professional growth and personal fulfilment.
Poppy Queripel’s ascent to Team Leader is equally commendable. It’s a testament to GET’s ability to spot potential and cultivate it into leadership material. These promotions are not just career milestones for Ben and Poppy; they are beacons of hope for every employee who has ever felt overlooked in the shadow of external ‘stars’.
### A Culture of Internal Development
GET’s decision to promote from within is a strategic move that speaks volumes about the organisation’s culture. It’s a culture that values loyalty, understands the power of institutional knowledge, and recognises the motivational ripple effect that such promotions can create.
## The NSFW Perspective
From the shores of Jersey, we can’t help but tip our hats to our neighbours in Guernsey for this savvy move. It’s a reminder that sometimes, the best man or woman for the job is not the one you find through a headhunter’s scope but the one who’s been in the trenches with you all along.
In a time when the corporate world is often criticised for being soulless, GET’s approach is a breath of fresh air. It’s a reminder that in the race for efficiency and innovation, we shouldn’t overlook the human element. After all, a company’s greatest asset is its people, and by promoting from within, GET has invested in its most valuable stock.
As we in Jersey keep a watchful eye on our own employment landscape, let’s take a leaf out of GET’s book. Let’s nurture our homegrown talent and recognise that sometimes, the best way to move forward is to look within.
