Category Archives for Managing Others
Management: Dealing with poor performance
If you are a manager or aspiring manager, sooner or later you will be faced with a member of staff who is not performing. Here my 10 tips for dealing with this situation effectively and compassionately: 1. Review the individuals objectives and make sure they are clear 2. Identify where performance is falling short 3. Get specific examples […]
Continue readingWhy People Management Matters
When it comes to expenditure, the biggest single item for the vast majority of businesses is salaries and related costs. In view of this, one would think that looking after that investment would be a high priority. Many see it this way but many others don’t. So why does people management matter? Cost It is […]
Continue readingManagement: 5 Mistakes You Might Be Making In Managing Your Team
As a manager one of your primary goals is to get results through others. So what mistakes might you be making in managing your team? Not setting clear expectations Not delegating work Failing to provide challenging or motivating work for staff Focusing all of your attention on getting things done without considering the needs of […]
Continue readingManagement: Bringing Out The Best In Others
If you are a manager or leader, you need to be able to get results through others. There is only one of you and you cannot be brilliant at everything, even if others believe you should be. In truth, managers and leaders sometimes fall into the trap of getting the best from others. One of […]
Continue readingManagement and Leadership: 5 Ways to Be More Influential
Managers and leaders need to deliver results. The extent to which they deliver results depends on how effective they are when it comes to influencing. You might have to influence staff, your boss, the Board, funding bodies or lenders to name just a few. So how can you achieve better results through better influencing? Tip […]
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