There are many reasons you may encounter difficulty when faced with the responsibility of conducting performance reviews. Barriers that may hinder the performance review process must be defined so…
Whether you are the manager or the employee, you should already know what a performance review is, but sometimes we may need to revisit and reevaluate what a true performance review should consist of…
Now that the primary causes of poor performance have been identified, we can now address how to fix these problems. As you plot your employees along the quadrant, consider the following solutions to…
In the process of identifying causes of poor employee performance, the Performance Analysis Quadrant is a highly regarded tool to assist managers in “visually” identifying causes of poor performance…
Having the right people, in the right place, at the right time begins with identifying current and future staffing needs, in conjunction with a thorough understanding of position requirements. To…
Staffing is the number one challenge facing most companies today, and succession planning is often the most effective remedy. With its proactive approach to staffing needs, emphasis on employee…
Before a new team leader can begin to focus on the team, a self-analysis should be completed to determine readiness for assuming leadership responsibilities. Some factors a team leader should…
Leadership is the process of influencing employees to reach common goals. It also involves motivating them to achieve these goals. Plainly said, an excellent leader works with and through employees…
Despite the many benefits, some managers do not practice delegation. The most common reason is “It’s faster to do it myself!” Delegating may initially take additional time, patience, and follow-up.…
When it comes to making delegation decisions, consider what to do yourself versus what to delegate and who to select. Your decisions will determine, in part, whether the assignments you delegate are…
