Comments for Performance Resolution

Comment on Believe in Them – Even the Most Negative Employee by Andy

Andy — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 16:00:54 +0000

This is such a great message. It is so important for everyone to assume that even people who are in a negative place still have the best interests of the organization and those around them somewhere in their hearts. At a broader level, it is important to remember the power that is in each of us to make leaps and be successful ourselves!

Comment on You WILL Mark 10% as Poor Performers! by Sue

Sue — Mon, 31 May 2010 14:39:04 +0000

Andy
You are so right!! The system is always created with good intent but it really does need to be thought through in application. It can also grow so BIG in an attempt to cover every eventuality. Which is why I always try to work for as streamlined a system as possible! Also it is also important when planning a training event to check how the system, formally or informally, may actually be working against the desired change and to support the change by changing the system too!
Sue

Comment on You WILL Mark 10% as Poor Performers! by Andy Andrews

Andy Andrews — Mon, 31 May 2010 13:55:04 +0000

I like the idea of looking at performance here from a different perspective. Sometimes, it’s the system/organisation that is kaput and not the people in it.

Comment on What to Say when Staff Say ‘Yes, But’ by Jenny Garrett

Jenny Garrett — Fri, 28 May 2010 13:59:27 +0000

Love your blog Sue, it is very professional and your expertise shines through. I look forward to reading your next installment

Comment on Being Nice is Bad! by Gabriela Burgman - Claiming Space

Gabriela Burgman - Claiming Space — Mon, 10 May 2010 19:40:25 +0000

One of the characteristics my stressed and overly committed clients share is being “too nice.” They don’t know how to say “no” to the next project, task, or request that comes along because they want to appear as nice and helpful. However, they end up sabotaging their own productivity and letting down their co-workers when they can’t deliver on their promises. I love the solution you came up with and plan on sharing that with my clients in the future.

Comment on Being Nice is Bad! by Steve Hendon

Steve Hendon — Sat, 08 May 2010 19:41:01 +0000

I’ll bet this team was also under performing. Seems like better communication and honesty would free the team members up to bring their true gifts or strengths to the team and help the team be even better. Thanks for your perspective on this.

Comment on What to Say When Met with Tears! by Stephen Moulton

Stephen Moulton — Thu, 15 Apr 2010 15:14:17 +0000

Very nice leadership nugget. This is one aspect of a competency based performance management that few leaders learn.

Comment on I hate, I hate my job! by Sue

Sue — Sun, 11 Apr 2010 18:50:34 +0000

Steve
You are so right!! Listening skills are key as well as understanding – and all this whilst holding onto the business needs of the organisation! This is an occasion where supporting this individual to figure it would be a Win-Win for both.
Sue

Comment on I hate, I hate my job! by Steve Hendon

Steve Hendon — Sun, 11 Apr 2010 18:00:08 +0000

Hi Sue,
This is a challenge for managers and getting clear signals that a team member is not in a good place deserves some priority. Thanks for being clear that one way or another the manager has to deal with it. Sounds like good listening skills are key.