Every manager hopes to have employees performing at top levels, but this is easier said than done. One great way to ensure success is by instituting a goal-setting program. For goals to be effective, they must be carefully crafted, executed and assessed. Without deliberate and careful planning, even the best intentions can fall flat. These… Read More »
It is common knowledge that managers should look for and teach their successors. After all, this is how companies prepare for periods of transition. However, if intentional leadership training is instituted across the organization, the benefits are even more powerful. This does not meaning grooming everyone to become a future CEO. According to Dr. Tim… Read More »
According to the 20-60-20 rule, 20 percent of workers are top talent, 60 percent are average and 20 percent are weak performers. However, Herman Aguinis and Ernest O’Boyle of Indiana University and the University of Iowa presented an alternate view, the power law distribution. They theorized that “instead of a massive group of average performers… Read More »
There is no sugarcoating it – warehouse work is not for the faint of heart. It can be hard work, and there are some skills that every warehouse worker, regardless of experience level or background, must possess. If you are considering working in the warehouse industry, here are a few of the skills employers will… Read More »
When an employee doesn’t receive feedback from their supervisor or employer, they can lose direction over time. Offering effective feedback is important to both employers and employees, and without it, employees will have no incentive to better themselves. However, there is a right and wrong way to offer feedback, and as an employer, you need… Read More »
No matter what, there just never seems to be enough time in the day to get everything done. The inability to manage time is a problem that many workers face on a daily basis, and unfortunately, finding enough time to do everything can be impossible. Luckily, there are ways to manage your time more effectively… Read More »
Every employer wants to hire a worker who can help them achieve the company’s professional goals. This is often easier said than done. To make their job easier, employers often look for candidates with specific personal and professional traits. If you are an employer who has been tasked with hiring new employees, here are some… Read More »
In today’s economy, many employees underestimate the power of workplace relationships. This is unfortunate, mainly because many of your colleagues and supervisors may be able to help you advance your career. Even if they cannot help in this manner, employees who have positive relationships with their co-workers tend to be happier and more productive at… Read More »
Would you like to be more productive? Most employees would answer yes, however, each year, billions of dollars in profits are lost to a lack of productivity. For many workers, being more productive will lead to more income and career advancement opportunities, but many people don’t know where to start. If you have been struggling… Read More »
If your company doesn’t hold regular meetings, you may want to consider changing company protocol. Companies that have meetings on a regular basis tend to be more successful, and their employees tend to be more productive. If you have been debating whether to hold meetings regularly, here are some reasons you should consider doing so.… Read More »