Last week we examined the difficult dilemma of Tom, in a job with skills far exceeding the requirements. His dilemma was what objectives should he set himself? Should he stick to those for the job grade or what he … Continue reading
Here’s a great question a client asked me recently. Do you know the answer? It would seem that not many people do. Objectives are what you need to achieve. Strategy is a route, plan or method for … Continue reading
A few weeks ago I went on a very good short break walking holiday in Yorkshire. The scenery and weather were excellent, as was the food. When you are walking, the weather takes on an importance that it … Continue reading
In a large study in Newcastle (UK) people over 85 were asked to rate their own health. To the surprise of the researchers 78% rated their health as good, very good or excellent. Interestingly people who are more optimistic are … Continue reading
So often I get emails from people like this one: “I have to get my objectives written by tomorrow morning. I work as a __________. What should I put?” In my view, any manager who puts one of their people … Continue reading
I remember running a course on appraisal skills many years ago when one of the delegates said that he didn’t like the current appraisal form and reeled off his lengthy reasons. (The form was pretty bad). Before I could respond, … Continue reading
Is it worth having one? Have you ever kept yours? Here are a 5 tips if you want to have a go. 1. Think it through carefully Let’s say you want to lose a few pounds (after a bit of … Continue reading
Have you come across a performance issue that has been festering for years? Like someone who has behaved badly ever since they were recruited? Or a team member who has simply never done his or her job properly? Or someone … Continue reading
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