Introverts make up a third of the population, with many of them existing on different sections of the introvert-extrovert scale. In the workplace, the extent of a team’s success can often depend on the personality of each team member and how they work with others. Therefore, as a manager, knowing how to navigate and leverage […]
The 40-hour workweek is dead! It died in the hands of employees and employers. Surprisingly, many employers are still living in Henry Ford’s time. They even rank workers by the hours present in the office, rather than the output. But let’s face it; productivity, or rather creativity, dies with exhaustion. You will find many people […]
Till the not so recent past, a top-down management structure where communication was predominantly one-sided, formed the basis of most employee evaluation processes. The classic ‘annual review’ tied closely with compensation was considered the be-all and end-all of this. This worked for a relatively long time, because the rate of technological disruption was lower, ensuring […]
Many believe that one of the most stressful aspects of performance management is the performance review. But employers and supervisors will know that the entire process can be a challenge. Whether your organization has a small pool of employees or hundreds, managing teams and individuals needs a dedicated mind and a comprehensive process. Your company […]
As most managers know, providing negative feedback to your employees can be a difficult situation to approach. While it’s vital to the success of your business, it can be a sensitive topic that must be handled effectively. When delivered properly, feedback can help improve employee performance, productivity, and motivation. Positive feedback focuses on identifying and […]