Category: Performance Management
Posted on November 12th | Comments 0
Most leaders know feedback matters, but knowing how to give it effectively is where many stumble. A well-intentioned comment can motivate one person and completely deflate another. The difference often comes down to how the message is delivered. Done right, feedback builds clarity, confidence, and connection. Done poorly, it erodes trust and engagement. In fact, a 2024 Gallup report found that only 26% of employees strongly agree that the feedback they get helps them do better work, yet 80% of… Continue Reading »
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Posted Under: Coaching, Communication, Development, Feedback, Growth, Leadership, Performance Management
Posted on November 5th | Comments 0
For many, we are approaching the time of year when much of our focus turns to performance evaluations. I’ll discuss in another post, pros and cons of annual reviews. In either scenario, effective feedback is one of the most powerful levers you have to raise performance, strengthen engagement, and retain talent. In fact, Gallup research shows that 80% of employees who receive meaningful feedback weekly report being fully engaged. Meanwhile, Forbes cites another Gallup finding that teams with high engagement… Continue Reading »
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Posted Under: Building Relationships, Coaching, Communication, Development, Feedback, Leadership, Performance Management, Talent Management, Trust, Uncategorized
Posted on April 23rd | Comments 0
Let’s talk about one-on-ones — the underrated leadership superpower that too often becomes a rushed check-in or, worse, another meeting to survive. But when done well? One-on-ones are where the real magic happens. At their core, one-on-one meetings are intentional conversations between a manager and a team member. They aren’t just about tasks or status updates (though those can come up); they’re about connection, support, development, and trust. They’re one of the most valuable ways leaders can truly show… Continue Reading »
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Posted Under: Building Relationships, Coaching, Communication, Development, Engagement, Feedback, Mentoring, Performance Management, Trust
Posted on September 26th | Comments 0
In today’s fast-paced world, communication clarity is more important than ever. Whether you’re leading a team, managing a project, or simply engaging in everyday conversations, clear communication is the cornerstone of success. When done right, it builds trust, fosters collaboration, and minimizes misunderstandings. But what exactly makes communication clear? And how can you leverage it for the best results? Why Communication Clarity Matters Clear communication ensures that expectations, ideas, goals, and intentions are accurately conveyed, reducing the risk of confusion… Continue Reading »
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Posted Under: Building Relationships, Coaching, Communication, Culture, Development, Engagement, Performance Management, Retention, Teams, Trust
Posted on April 8th | Comments 0
Attracting and retaining top talent; individuals that drive for success and in turn impact the success of your organization will continue to be a priority. There is much written about the “Top Skills of Successful Leaders” and there is much truth in the need for those skills identified. However, before we can attract and retain, we need clarity about the competencies, those skills, knowledge, abilities and behaviors that indicate top talent for our organization in particular. Understanding the ones that are… Continue Reading »
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Posted Under: Competencies, Development, Leadership, Measurement, Performance Management, Talent Acquisition, Talent Management
Posted on August 27th | Comments 0
In most organizations when employees are asked what they would like most from their managers – -the answer is feedback. People want to know where they stand. They want to know if your perception of their performance is the same as their own. Providing effective feedback is therefore a key skill set for leaders looking to develop high performers. Yet, in many cases providing feedback is a skill that causes the most discomfort for new and long-term supervisors. For many… Continue Reading »
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Posted Under: Development, Feedback, Human Resources, Leadership, Performance Management, Talent Management, Uncategorized
Posted on August 21st | Comments 0
Providing effective feedback to our team offers great benefits. Many times we loose site of how impactful those benefits can be, however, when given at the right time in a respectful, positive and constructive manner feedback is the key to individual and organizational success. Here are some of the benefits: Improves Performance Feedback provides a clear expectation of performance. Learning what they do well increases a team member’s confidence. They are more likely to try more, stretch themselves and share… Continue Reading »
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Posted Under: Building Relationships, Development, Feedback, Leadership, Performance Management, Personal Development, Talent Management
