Giving feedback isn’t easy! However, it’s something managers must do to keep employees engaged and informed. Failing to provide feedback or allowing bias to creep into the process are equally concerning and may result in disengagement, loss of productivity, and cultural rifts. Today, we’ll discuss how to give feedback, outline the common struggles and risks […]

As we approach the mid-year mark, it’s essential to reflect on your team’s progress, identify areas for improvement, and set goals for the second half of the year. Mid-year reviews are a valuable opportunity to enhance communication, boost morale, and align everyone’s efforts with organizational objectives. To help you conduct effective and impactful reviews, we’ve […]

Addressing the ‘Great Exhaustion’ In the wake of the pandemic, a new phenomenon has emerged in the workplace: The Great Exhaustion. As highlighted in a recent article by CBC, this pervasive burnout is affecting a significant number of workers. It’s more important than ever for companies to invest in effective performance management and the right […]

Mid-year check-ins are a crucial part of effective performance management. You might be wondering, why are they important? What should you be doing to make the most of them? And, perhaps most importantly, how can you use this opportunity to set yourself up for success?  While ongoing feedback is essential, the mid-year performance review offers […]

There are times when we don’t have the most accurate view of how our actions (both good and not-so-good) and styles are perceived and received by others. This lack of awareness is incredibly damaging and risky for anyone in a leadership or management position.  One of the best ways to develop as a leader or [...]

Many great leaders have been trained to avoid being the ‘M’ word: micromanager. The truth is the best leaders don’t avoid micromanaging at all. This management style can be used to great advantage in the right situations. The key is knowing how and when to apply it, and that’s what we will explore today. We […]

Performance reviews haven’t always been too lovable but… with emPerform‘s award-winning employee performance management software, it’s impossible NOT to fall head over heels for: easy to use online assessments automatic workflows and email notifications helpful integrated 360° reviews simple pay for performance management year-round feedback & coaching powerful reporting & dashboards A little love now […]

We are proud to announce that emPerform platform has once again won a coveted Brandon Hall Group Bronze award for Best Advance in Performance Management Technology. The win was announced on December 7, 2023 and was awarded for emPerform’s newest Enterprise Goal Management functionality. The 2023 Brandon Hall Group Excellence in Awards™ are given for […]

So, you’ve been asked to complete a self-assessment – what next? Your self-assessment (or self-review, self-evaluation, or whatever you or your organization calls them) isn’t meant as a cryptic form of torture, it is actually an important and necessary tool for your professional development. Your self-assessment is an opportunity to dedicate time to reflect on […]

For many organizations, year-end brings about formal performance evaluations and goal setting for the New Year. It’s a great time to reflect, give employees feedback and guidance, and for companies to ensure all teams are aligned for success. That being said, from our experience, HR tends to look forward to this time of year as […]