As we move into our new year, the optimism of C.S. Lewis in his famous quote, “There are far, far better things ahead than any we leave behind,” can only … Read more
There Is No GPS For Your Future
We often live a life that is about learning how to avoid mistakes, which means we’re not willing to take risks. When we won’t take chances, we … Read more
How to Choose and Visualize the Right KPIs
From hiring to payroll, human resources departments have a lot to manage, and the volume of data they track and report is always growing. That’s why HR … Read more
Help Your Employees to Have a ‘Line of Sight’ to Goals
Incentives remain one of the most powerful, and yet also one of the most misapplied, management tools out there. While research has shown that group … Read more
6 Reasons Not to Use SMART Goals For Everything
You’re probably familiar with the concept of SMART goals. SMART is commonly defined as Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, and Time-bound. … Read more
Poor Performance May Be Management’s Fault
In a dynamic, competitive environment where every business strives to be the best it can be, poor performance is a stumbling block we just can’t ignore. … Read more
These Tips Will Make You a Better Coach
For many of us, the best part of being a manager is making a difference in the lives of our team members. We see coaching as an ideal way to help someone … Read more
The ACE Formula for Organizational and Personal Success
I rarely do book reviews. When I do, it’s because the book is written specifically for my readers, HR professionals in the trenches, and because I know and … Read more
How to Set Goals the SMART Way
Goal setting is an undeniably important step on the road to achievement, be it personal, or in the workplace. Goals serve four basic functions: providing … Read more
When Good Goals Go Bad
Setting expectations for employees is the most critical step in any performance management process. A great article by Leigh Anthony describes how this … Read more
Achieve Your Goals the Boom, Rip, Rapid Way
“When it is obvious that a goal cannot be reached, do not adjust the goal; adjust your course.” —attributed to Confucius When available, I enjoy watching … Read more