Hey, Coach!
6th in a series I stated earlier that performance evaluation (management) is not a one-time event, held at the close of a performance cycle. It is an ongoing process that IS the cycle! The leader and the direct report … Continue reading
Discussing Changes of Expectations
5th in a series The only human beings that really appreciate regular change are babies. It never fails. You get a great performance plan written and agreed to. You enter it into your organization’s system, and start working on achieving … Continue reading
Setting Great Expectations
4th in a series Do you hear that rumbling in the distance? Or maybe it’s not so far away. It’s the sound of a run – a run on your talent bank. And if you are resting on your engagement … Continue reading
The Balance of Expectations
As many organizations begin their next performance cycle, I thought it would be good to show what makes for an effective process that managers, supervisors, and employees can actually look forward to. 3rd in a series A senior-level manager showed … Continue reading
What’s This About Performance Reviews – Part 2
As many organizations begin their next performance cycle, I thought it would be good to show what makes for an effective process that managers, supervisors, and employees can actually look forward to. 2nd in a series Part 1 dealt with … Continue reading
What’s This About Performance Reviews? – Part 1
As many organizations begin their next performance cycle, I thought it would be good to show what makes for an effective process that managers, supervisors, and employees can actually look forward to. 1st in a series There has been a … Continue reading
The Trouble With A-Players
Recently, I have seen an increase in chatter about “A-Players” out on the blogs – especially when it comes to recruiting and development. I find it interesting because this is a broad category of employee performance that often gets pigeon-holed … Continue reading
That’s A Mighty Big Dust Bunny You Got There…
I originally thought it was just me, but recent conversations with colleagues have convinced me that this issue of talent retention is known about in high places, but not really being addressed. Unless tacit acknowledgement about it qualifies for “addressing.” … Continue reading
Going Down the “Brain Drain?”
A friend of mine recently sent me this amusing little dialog he came across… Employee: Excuse me sir, may I talk to you? Boss: Sure, come on in. What can I do for you? Employee: Well sir, as … Continue reading
Assets, Investments, or Commodities?
How you treat your employees will be reflected in how they treat you. Many organizations refer to their employees as their “greatest asset.” But then treat them like commodities – something useful that can be turned to commercial or other … Continue reading
