Exploring push and pull factors for talent development and retention: implications for practice

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Purpose: This study explores some of the key push and pull factors to consider in talent development and retention of competent employees by businesses operating in Namibia. Design/methodology/approach: The participants in this study comprised of randomly selected white-collar employees in Namibia. The study adopted a qualitative research approach, utilizing online focus groups to gain insights related to white-collar labor turnover and retention. Thematic content analysis was employed during the data reduction process. Findings: The findings revealed specific push and pull factors for consideration in developing talent retention strategies in contemporary business organizations. Originality/value: Most of the extant literature on white-collar retention and labor turnover is based on Western contexts. The findings of this study contribute to the available literature by providing a perspective from the developing world, specifically, Namibia.