Performance Management Books By Robert Bacal

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Employee Recognition Formal Recognition Ceremony Has Its Place

By Chris Herrmann - Research has uncovered the fascinating fact that recognition is the number one motivator. More than money and extra overtime, it produces effects in your workforce well beyond the cost of your actions. However recognition is not always as simple as saying "Good job!" The phrase "Different strokes for different folks" was never more accurate. The world is made up of so many complex personalities that one piece of recognition cannot possibly fit all circumstances. Fortunately, those who know their co-workers well will instinctively understand what gives them that extra rush of blood to the head. ^new (Added: 30-Jul-2007 Hits: 228 )

By Chris Hermann - The most effective tool in a manager's toolkit for dealing with poor performance is coaching. Not screaming at them from the stands and withholding rewards but working with them down on the pitch to find out what's causing the problem and building their fitness and stamina like the corporate athletes they should be. ^new (Added: 30-Jul-2007 Hits: 222 )

By Chris Hermann - Like most managers, Brian Reynolds believed that his team had its strengths and its weaknesses. When asked in an employee satisfaction survey "Do you recognize good performance in your team?" he answered with a resounding "Of course I do!" However the following question stumped him. "How frequently do you make a point of recognizing good performance face-to-face?" His answer had to be "Never". ^new (Added: 30-Jul-2007 Hits: 230 )

By U. of Arizona - Here's a quick overview from the University of Arizona regarding why employee recognition strategies are so important. ^new (Added: 30-Jul-2007 Hits: 315 )

By Don Jacobson - Here are some ideas about creatively recognizing employee performance, particularly through the use of presenting certificates. Includes free certificate templates. ^new (Added: 30-Jul-2007 Hits: 368 )

By USDA - A little dry but this document describes the employee recognition program at the United States Drug Administration. Useful to understand how such programs can be set up and used, and why. ^new (Added: 30-Jul-2007 Hits: 265 )

By Charles R. McConnell - Some tips, guidelines and suggestions for recognizing employee performance properly. It's not hard, but neither is it as easy as one might think, and it has to be done properly or employee recognition can backfire. ^new (Added: 30-Jul-2007 Hits: 314 )

Performance Problems - Dealing With and Progressive Discipline Problem Solving/Corrective Action

By Terrance Traut - This article introduces the problem-solving model as a technique for managing performance issues that are more controversial, or that are not effectively addressed through coaching or feedback. ^new (Added: 30-Jul-2007 Hits: 188 )

Rewards and Compensation How to Design a Good Incentive Plan - Bob Normand

By Bob Normand - Incentive plans should not result in arbitrary distributions of money casually decided upon by senior management. Instead, a good incentive plan must be quantified, must be a predictable result to the employee and must be directly related to measurable performance beyond the norm. This differentiates incentive plans from savings or retirement plans. ^new (Added: 30-Jul-2007 Hits: 183 )

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