Yes, planning is considerably different in today’s workplace — in two distinct ways. Here’s our take: First, it is done in a much more iterative way with greater emphasis on cycles of doing and evaluating. People still develop a plan – an approach – but the plan is often quickly followed by producing something to …
Organizational Improvement
Do you have what it takes to achieve your goals? You will now!
Have a plan! Every person at every level needs to have an Individual Development Plan (IDP) to help them set goals, establish a direction, and guide his or her personal growth and development. A simple plan is better than no plan! The plan does not need to be elaborate, but it should be written. In …
Managing Change and Managing Performance. Make sure they’re connected!
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 …
Think succession planning belongs to someone else? Think again!
Succession planning is every leader’s responsibility. Since the key to competitive advantage is talent, what every leader needs to know is that succession planning is their responsibility and is something that needs to occur before key people depart – not after! Identifying internal or external people as potential replacements for key personnel makes sense as …