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🚀 Transform Employee Reviews into Growth Opportunities! 🚀 Kerry O'Grady from Columbia Business School emphasizes making performance reviews empowering, focusing on growth and actionable feedback rather than criticism. Leaders should train managers to create two-way, well-thought-out conversations that align with the company's mission and values. 🌟 Implementing this approach ensures reviews provide specific direction, fostering a supportive environment where employees look forward to feedback and understand their role in the organization's success. Empower your team through meaningful reviews! 🌐💬 #Leadership #EmployeeEngagement #OrganizationalEffectiveness #GrowthMindset #Empowerment

How managers can make employee reviews empowering Employees would look forward to reviews of their performance if leaders trained managers to make them less about criticism and more about how the team member can grow within the organization by offering actionable feedback and ongoing support afterward, says Kerry O'Grady, director of teaching excellence at the Columbia Business School. "These need to be two-way, well-thought-out conversations. Without the dialogue, these are just reports of opinion and perception," O'Grady notes. Put it into practice: The most powerful reviews are those that give team members specific direction in how their work "figures into the company's mission and values," O'Grady notes. "I've seen way too many untrained managers give feedback that's related more to personal preferences and less about the person's job within the organization."

“Poor communication is breaking trust among your employees.” If you’re an HR Manager or a business owner focusing only on vision and strategy, you are already losing key team members. Poor communication is often the overlooked culprit behind many leadership challenges. While it may not be as apparent as a lack of skills or experience, its negative impact can be devastating. → When leaders fail to communicate effectively, trust erodes among team members, leading to a breakdown in morale, decreased productivity, and a loss of credibility. → It can create silos, misunderstandings, and conflicts that hinder progress. → Lack of clarity and transparency can lead to poor decision-making. → Employees who feel their voices are not heard or valued may become disengaged and less motivated. What’s the solution? Work on Effective Communication Skills. Here’s what you should focus on: 1. Active Listening ↳ Practice active listening by paying attention, asking clarifying questions, and avoiding interruptions. 2. Open-Door Policy ↳ Create an environment where employees feel comfortable approaching you with questions, concerns, or ideas. 3. Regular Feedback ↳ Seek and provide feedback regularly to ensure everyone is on the same page and to address any misunderstandings. 4. Continuous Improvement ↳ Recognize that communication is a skill that can be improved with practice and development. Even the best plans can fail if your team doesn’t fully understand the direction or feels disconnected from the process. Is your communication style pushing your top performers away? It’s time to invest in improving your communication. Need help? That’s where my 2-day “CONNECT” Training Session comes in. In just 2 days, you could transform your team’s communication and witness: ⇢ A culture of open dialogue and shared goals. ⇢ Aligned objectives, with every team member working towards the same target. ⇢ A positive work environment where everyone feels valued, heard, and motivated. ⇢ Streamlined workflows that eliminate bottlenecks and reduce delays. It’s time to stop feeling like you’re talking to a brick wall. Let’s discuss how I can help make it happen. #leadership #communication #teamdevelopment #hrmanagers #softskillstrainer

“Only 13% of employees strongly agree that leadership communicates effectively.” That stat from McKinsey really hits home, doesn’t it? Improving on that isn't impossible, but it takes real work to get it right. Read the article and see these basics are must dos: 1. Be Transparent: Openness builds trust. It’s not just what you say but how clear and honest you are. 2. Make It Meaningful: Every message should relate to your company’s purpose. People need to understand the why behind the words. 3. Use the Right Channels: Whether it’s a quick chat, an email, or a video—meet your team where they are. Good communication isn't comms touch points; it's about connecting. What are you doing to make that connection in your organization? Here's the article: https://vist.ly/3mk6e7w

I am proud to have a chapter proposal accepted for an upcoming book on leadership communication. As part of working out loud, I appreciate your comments. Title: "Bridging Leadership and Communication: Insights from the Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey" Summary: "This chapter critically examines the impact of leadership communication theories on the dynamics within government organizations, intertwining key principles from leadership and communication studies to highlight how strategic leader communication influences employee engagement. The chapter starts with exploring the Transactional Model of Communication, underlining the importance of interactive feedback between leaders and subordinates. It also integrates essential leadership theories like Transformational and Ethical Leadership, illustrating their role in improving morale and ethical standards. The narrative further delves into practical applications, using data from the Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey to analyze the real-world effects of communication strategies on employee perceptions and organizational climate. Aimed at academics, researchers, and practitioners, the chapter bridges theory with practice, providing a detailed perspective on the synergy between leadership communication and employee engagement in the public sector, thereby contributing to the discourse on enhancing public sector leadership practices."

For leaders, clear communication drives success, especially as predefined roles evolve. Good communication is critical for aligning teams, boosting engagement, and driving innovation. When leaders communicate expectations clearly, employees understand their goals, prioritize tasks, and stay motivated. Learn more effective communication strategies in this #Insperity blog: https://lnkd.in/gBEjsuHJ. #Skills #Communication #HRThatMakesADifference https://lnkd.in/gJyi4Rs8

For leaders, clear communication drives success, especially as predefined roles evolve. Good communication is critical for aligning teams, boosting engagement, and driving innovation. When leaders communicate expectations clearly, employees understand their goals, prioritize tasks, and stay motivated. Learn more effective communication strategies in this #Insperity blog: https://lnkd.in/gD25rA_w. #Skills #Communication #HRThatMakesADifference https://lnkd.in/gZDDykbn

“Only 13% of employees strongly agree that leadership communicates effectively.” That stat from McKinsey really hits home, doesn’t it? Improving on that isn't impossible, but it takes real work to get it right. Read the article and see these basics are must dos: 1. Be Transparent: Openness builds trust. It’s not just what you say but how clear and honest you are. 2. Make It Meaningful: Every message should relate to your company’s purpose. People need to understand the why behind the words. 3. Use the Right Channels: Whether it’s a quick chat, an email, or a video—meet your team where they are. Good communication isn't comms touch points; it's about connecting. What are you doing to make that connection in your organization? Here's the article: https://vist.ly/3fw6x

Leaders are bound to encounter negative feedback. Here are strategies you can use to ensure issues are addressed with the employee and work in mind: https://lnkd.in/g9uGwBfg

Effective communication can be an organization's superpower. Leaders can engage, inspire, and unlock their teams' full potential through five key approaches. https://lnkd.in/ecs7whBN