ABSTRACT
Human resource practitioners should recognize that there are significant differences between the public and the private sector. It has been contended that there is little difference between private and public/non-profit sector organizations, at least with regard to what constitutes sound talent management. Others believe they are two separate universes. There are many similarities in the strategies and programs commonly used in the two sectors to create workforces and manage them. Organizations that operate in the public and non-profit sectors generally measure organizational effectiveness differently than do private-sector organizations. There may also be uncertainties in public sector entities about the financial resources that will be made available through the political process. Governmental and non-profit organizations may need to fully consider the implications of using private-sector talent management programs, since some practices could potentially have a socio-political impact.
