Giving effective feedback is crucial for people managers, as it influences team motivation and performance. Many avoid delivering feedback due to anxiety, misunderstanding employee desires for constructive input. Research shows that well-timed, empathetic feedback leads to positive outcomes, enhancing motivation and creativity. Various frameworks can guide managers in providing effective feedback.
Organizations frequently undergo various changes, ranging from team mergers to large-scale reforms. Effective communication and genuine engagement with employees and stakeholders are vital for navigating these transitions successfully. Uncertainty during change can lead to resistance, while well-explained reasons for changes foster commitment and reduce cynicism, promoting positive outcomes.
Maybe you’ve just stepped into your first people management role. Or maybe you’ve managed people for a long time. Wherever you are in your management
It’s May 2025, as I write this, and it’s that time of year again when the annual performance appraisal/review discussions takes place in organisations around
Effective goal-setting involves creating vivid action plans, establishing SMART or FAST goals, and breaking down objectives into smaller tasks. Regular monitoring, aligning goals with personal values, and sharing with accountability partners enhance success. Visualization, understanding motivation, and celebrating progress also play crucial roles in achieving goals. Focus on realistic expectations to avoid burnout.
In their book, Why change doesn’t work, Harvey Robbins and Michael Finley outline seven ‘rules’ we need to remember if we want change to be
