The career pathing process typically involves the following steps: 1. Self-Assessment: Leaders must understand their strengths, weaknesses, and career aspirations. 2. Goal Setting: Establishing short-term and long-term career goals. 3. Gap Analysis: Identifying the skills and experiences needed to achieve those goals. 4. Development Plan: Creating a plan to acquire the necessary skills and experiences, which may include training, mentorship, and job rotations. 5. Regular Review and Adjustment: Continuously reviewing and adjusting the career path to reflect changing goals and organizational needs.