At many of my talks on creating a positive culture, I ask the group this question: “When you receive a text from your supervisor to call or see them, what is your first thought? Is it, Here comes more ...

Imagine a performance review that’s not a stressful hurdle, but a springboard for growth. A conversation, not a checklist, that unlocks potential and fuels ambition. Believe it or not, this isn’t a ...

In today’s fast-paced business environment, one of the most important questions to ask is: Why conduct performance evaluations? They require time, energy, and may momentarily take your team off-task, ...

We asked industry experts to share how their companies handle performance management in a way that aligns with their culture. These real-world examples demonstrate how structured communication, ...

When I am asked to present to a group, I ask the organization to survey the attendees to find out what they are looking to leave with from the session. The topics mentioned quite often are how to ...

Culture originates from small, everyday conversations. Use these five phrases to model inclusion, invite participation, and ...

What are Check-In Conversations? The university utilizes Check-In Conversations as an approach to enhance performance evaluations for staff. The goal of these conversations is to have open, honest, ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Sally Percy is a U.K-based leadership and management journalist. Performance management can be one of the most challenging aspects ...

Addressing poor performance is one of the tougher parts of leadership, but it’s also one of the most important. By approaching these conversations with clarity and care, leaders can help employees ...