How to “Win” an Argument
Stop trying to win an argument the old fashioned way. Instead, try listening, staying open minded, being curious, asking genuine questions, finding common ground, and modeling confident humility. This behaviour is much more effective at getting people to rethink their position.
Why Employees Should Be Treated Like Clients
Looking to transform your workplace culture? Treat employees with the same care as clients.
A Step in Another Direction
In a society where moving up the ladder and getting a promotion seems to be the ultimate goal, lateral moves are underestimated and undervalued. However, I would argue, they are even more important.
The Compensation Challenge
Getting compensation right can be difficult and doing it wrong may have the opposite result than you anticipate. But if the process is data-driven and transparent, and everyone clearly understands how rewards are given, you are much more likely to have a happier, motivated workforce.
Repetition Makes Ideas Stick
Sometimes people need time to come around to new ideas. They get caught off-guard with a brand-new perspective. However, a first reaction isn’t necessarily the final one. Giving people time to process and reassess their previous views helps them move forward.
Eliminate the 5 Dysfunctions of Any Team
All successful teams must have five components - trust, healthy conflict, commitment, accountability and attention to results. Find out how to incorporate them into your team.
Build Community Through Performance Evaluations
Yearly performance evaluations can deteriorate the work environment, and negatively impact people’s growth, and their productivity. No one enjoys them.
But there is an alterative: The Performance Improvement Plan (PIP).