This article was originally published in October 2019. It was updated in November 2021 to reflect stats and information about best… — This article was originally published in October 2019. It was updated in November 2021 to reflect stats and information about best practices for giving continuous feedback to employees. Annual performance reviews used to be standard, an annual occasion for providing constructive feedback and giving raises. But, it’s no secret that…

In the past two years, employees’ wants and needs have taken center stage in the fight for top talent. Companies have learned to adjust… — In the past two years, employees’ wants and needs have taken center stage in the fight for top talent. Companies have learned to adjust their strategies to respond to today’s talent landscape and attract more candidates. One area that’s especially true is performance management. …

Goals provide a clear picture of what every employee, department, and organization plans to accomplish. Goal-setting is a reliable way to… — Goals provide a clear picture of what every employee, department, and organization plans to accomplish. Goal-setting is a reliable way to keep everyone on track, from executives to hourly workers. It’s important to ensure that you set measurable goals to get an accurate picture of every employee’s progress.

An effective employee review should be comprised of more than just a quick conversation once or twice a year. It’s more than just asking… — An effective employee review should be comprised of more than just a quick conversation once or twice a year. It’s more than just asking employees how they feel about the work they’re doing and giving a few pointers. In fact, 82% of HR leaders said that performance management was not…

It’s that time of year: employee performance appraisals are around the corner at many companies. Whether your performance review cycle is… — It’s that time of year: employee performance appraisals are around the corner at many companies. Whether your performance review cycle is monthly, quarterly, or twice a year, it’s nearly time to check in with your employees. But performance appraisals can be stressful for everyone involved, and they don’t always have…

A performance management system is a vital part of human resources and people management. It’s essential for keeping employees on track… — A performance management system is a vital part of human resources and people management. It’s essential for keeping employees on track, spotting high performers, and handling productivity issues. …

This article on high-performing and high-potential employees (HiPos) was last updated in January 2017. It was most recently updated to… — This article on high-performing and high-potential employees (HiPos) was last updated in January 2017. It was most recently updated to include new information and statistics about top performers and HiPos in September 2021. High-performing employees are every company’s dream. Their output is high, their attitudes positive, and they’re always looking…

New hire onboarding has never been a simple task — there’s paperwork to fill out, equipment to set up, and an unfamiliar work environment… — New hire onboarding has never been a simple task — there’s paperwork to fill out, equipment to set up, and an unfamiliar work environment to settle into. Ever since the massive shift to remote work, onboarding remote employees has proven to be an equally challenging task. Luckily, it’s possible to…

A desire for employee training and development opportunities is one of the top reasons workers move to a new company or start their job… — A desire for employee training and development opportunities is one of the top reasons workers move to a new company or start their job search. That alone proves that employees desire professional growth and a chance to learn new skills. And, good news — the benefits of investing in their…