Your rewards and recognition may be static and predictable but great organizations are not. Make sure your performance-related programs change with the times too. Plato had it right — you get the behavior you reward. That’s why whenever organizations implement a significant change they also need to consider how performance standards and performance management and …
Performance Management — it’s all about support!
Helping people to perform and continuously improve their ability to do this is an important part of any performance management process. Unlike machines that can be “programmed” to meet specific performance standards, people present an entirely different set of challenges. The work of supporting the performance improvement needs of people requires a deep understanding of …
Collaborative Goal Setting
Ever wonder if what you’re working on is what the organization and your boss really want — and need? Here are two things you can do immediately to limit this concern: Set goals collaboratively. Take stock periodically. Set Goals Collaboratively Create goals by working closely with your boss. This is important because goals are the …
Want to show others they are valued? Demonstrate respect! Here’s how . . .
To demonstrate respect, never do anything to disconfirm, belittle, or ridicule others. Failure to treat others with consideration and respect undermines the effectiveness of your interactions with them as well as the value of any work you do for them. If you’re interacting with someone who’s more senior or experienced also keep this in mind …