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 […]

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 […]

The annual performance review has long been a staple of performance management in the business world. However, in today’s rapidly evolving workplace, providing employees with the feedback and support they need to improve and grow is no longer enough. In the latest Voices of HR podcast, “Why Annual Reviews Are Not Enough,” our expert, John […]

When done correctly and effectively, employee performance reviews and good performance management processes can motivate staff, drive results, align the entire company, and improve success and morale. However, inconsistent performance reviews that are confusing, subjective, and open to bias can throw a wrench into the entire thing – making the review process a negative and […]

There is no question that performance management is changing, in fact, 84% of human resources professionals agree that the industry is rapidly altering its processes to suit current needs. With annual performance reviews and appraisals falling out of fashion, companies have begun to adapt by enabling more opportunities for open communication and providing regular feedback […]

Is your company on the lookout for better ways to analyze performance and potential talent data? Download Your Free eBook: 9 Reasons You Should Be Using the Nine-Box Effective talent identification, succession planning, and development planning are challenging for many organizations. It involves analyzing a lot of data to make critical decisions that affect many […]

Research shows that happy employees are 12% more productive in the workplace– and happy salespeople produce 37% greater sales. But how can you ensure that your employees are satisfied? The answer: through better performance management. Although performance management is a critical aspect of any organization, only 55% of employees feel that their company’s performance management […]

  ‘Tis the Season – Get Cozy with emPerform   ‘Twas the month before review deadlines and paper was piling. HR dreaded the motions of employee appraisal filing.  Employee goals were allusive, were they even on track? Are employees engaged, did they get any feedback?  Managers are scrambling, employees confused. What is the purpose of [...]

A recent study showed that less than 20% of millennial employees surveyed say they receive regular feedback from their manager. Don’t make employees hunt for feedback – give managers the tools needed to engage in ongoing & effective feedback, check-ins and coaching. Help boost the frequency & quality of employee feedback in your organization with […]

It should be every business owner’s goal to have an empowered and motivated team working for them. An energized team tends to be productive and provide excellent customer service, which is great for business. While there are plenty of different strategies in creating a dynamic workplace, two of the biggest factors are accountability and transparency. Are […]