Now, that's not to say managers can't or shouldn't get in on the instant messenger action. You can set up a separate dedicated channel for the team and managers where everyone can chat. If you can add video chat sessions to your constant team communications, even better. You can even ...
Annual performance reviews are difficult for all involved.Employees scramble to remember their yearly goals and whether they have achieved them or not. Managers sift through a year of work and spend time summarizing thoughts and feedback for improvements.There’s a lot to cover and little time to...
Whether you are giving or receiving them, annual performance reviews can be stressful. Employees often feel nervous about the constructive criticism they might get, while their managers worry about treating every team member fairly and giving appropriate feedback. A performance review meeting doesn’t ...
There’s no better way to improve your work performance than asking for feedback. Don’t wait for performance reviews to ask for feedback. Use any opportunity you have to ask your manager how you’re doing, and also ask for occasional feedback after you complete a job. Open questions suc...
4. Empower the middle managers As a result of these stronger relationships and more open communication channels, giving certain members of your team the opportunity to make decisions should definitely be on your radar. Being the sole arbiter of decision-making is often a bad idea and stifles ot...
come the anniversary, we have a one-on-one with the employee (again, outside of normal performance reviews) to catch up high-level on how things are going. That’s when we discuss compensation changes, how we’ve come to our decision, and what feedback the employee may have for us. ...
Managers should work to focus solely on needed skill set, performance level, and complementary skills when considering promotions so that diverse talent has equal opportunity. Simultaneously, employers can retain talent by setting them up for future success through development initiatives so that they wi...
For many managers, working with a remote team can be a pressing concern. Can you effectively connect with your workforce when they’re not in front of you? How do you navigate through communication challenges like team collaboration or project coordination?
Let’s break down the element of self-appraisals in performance reviews and learn more about employee self-evaluations. What self-evaluations are and why they matter Self-evaluations are tools for self-reflection, allowing employees to assess their performance over a specific period. They have three...
Ultimately, it's up to managers to take the inputs and propose a strategic solution to any given problem. Remember, we're talking democracy, not anarchy. Tips for applying this management style: Always ask for employee input. Don't make decisions in a silo before consulting with your team...