Productive Leaders
Some supervisors, even as experienced managers, have trouble talking with their employees, especially during employee performance appraisal time. To make these conversations, use questions to elicit information and encourage dialogue.
Valentine’s Day is not just for the romantically inclined! It is a time to recognize all kinds of people in your life for their kindness, support, and work the rest of the year. Study after study shows that recognition for doing something well at work, not money, is the top motivator of employee performance.
Make a 15 minute appointment and ASK your supervisor if they can recommend a mentor for you. That way you have access to a more senior person WITH your supervisor’s encouragement and you can then make a 15 minute appointment with them.
Note: These are also helpful to consider when bringing new people into your organization in any capacity. Many enthusiastic volunteers accept positions as part of a non-profit board, committee, or community effort such as local chambers…
Most people consider themselves above average drivers, but statistically, that just isn’t possible. Many people pride themselves on working harder than the average worker. Many people think they are smarter than they really are. Many people also have blinders on when it comes to their own work performance…
For many people, the holidays are stressful. Go into the holiday season with the understanding that you have to be nicer to other people during this time, both for them and for you. We need to be cognizant that people are operating at a higher stress level during the holidays…
Many organizations desperately need a strategic planning session. They may want better vision, team cohesion, or new products. Most companies hold meetings, hoping that some strategic planning will magically emerge. This is unrealistic…