Build Your Business Through Predictive Hiring
I’m a believer in formal annual reviews. They’re a crucial tool in a manager’s leadership and organizational development toolbox. Companies that toss them out in the name of “the new generation” are losing a major opportunity to shape team members’ professional trajectory. Day-to-day, an employee may not meet your expectations on particular job tasks and will… Read More
Much has been written recently about the evolution of the performance review. To judge from the past several years’ discussion on the topic, it wouldn’t be a stretch to think that performance reviews are a relic of the past, ready to be mothballed. I disagree with the notion that performance reviews are antiquated, and I… Read More
It’s more difficult than ever to retain employees. With U.S. unemployment rates at near historic lows and with workforce demographics shrinking the size of the labor pool, main street businesses need to take a hard look at their current employee retention strategy and determine whether or not it’s getting the job done. Retention begins with driving… Read More
One of the most difficult tasks for a manager is to fire an employee– it affects you, them, and your team. However, when you fire someone for poor performance it should never be a surprise to the person being terminated. In fact, if you’re doing it right, an employee will likely leave on their own… Read More
After the dismissal of FBI Director James Comey this week, I thought I’d share some timely tips on how not to fire someone: If you let someone go and it comes as a major shock to the employee, you’re doing it wrong. You should be letting employees know if they aren’t meeting expectations immediately. It… Read More