Problem Solving/Corrective Action -

By Terence 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. Issues such as tardiness, being out of uniform, continual poor performance, and others are best handled by a direct, objective approach. By following the Problem Solving Dialogue Model taught in this article, you can feel confident in addressing these thorny issues with employees. (Added: 20-Jul-2007 Hits: 229 )

Progressive Discipline (Recommended)

By GPRC - Progressive discipline allows an employee time to correct problem behaviour without immediate threat of termination. For employees, progressive discipline sets clear standards and warns of consequences for noncompliance. It assures predictable, progressive and equitable treatment. It promotes fair decisions, and it provides a process to appeal disciplinary decisions. Progressive discipline involves correcting employees in stages according to the number and severity of their violations. (Added: 28-Jul-2005 Hits: 101 )

Recent Court Decision Affects Progressive Discipline

By na - Some salient and relevant U.S. court cases and precedents regarding the use of progressive discipline at work. (Added: 18-Dec-2005 Hits: 59 )

Successfully implementing discipline - developing an positive employee discipline policy

By American Printer - Implementing a positive discipline policy can be accomplished without losing control of employee behavior. To achieve this, companies must adopt a philosophy that embraces education and correction as the focus of their discipline policy. Many policies concentrate on punishment and completely miss the point of the policy - correcting specific behaviors that disrupt the productivity of the organization. (Added: 18-Dec-2005 Hits: 73 )

The True Meaning of Progressive Discipline

By Teresa Howe - Many managers consider progressive discipline as a necessary evil - an experience where the manager must document ongoing performance issues or violations and engage in a negative confrontation with the employee to deal with it "or else". The or else part usually refers to termination. The true goal of progressive discipline is to provide a positive fair process for correcting problems in a non-punitive way. It is interesting to note that the word "discipline" is derived from the Latin word "disciple", which means "to teach". It already sounds less daunting, doesn't it? Discipline, when administered properly, is not as unpleasant as you might think. (Added: 18-Dec-2005 Hits: 55 )

What Are The Most Common Causes of Employee Poor Performance?

By Robert Bacal - Managers often attribute the cause of poor employee performance to the wrong causal factors. Here's an explanation of the most common sources or causes of poor employee performance. You'll be surprised. (Added: 24-Oct-2006 Hits: 242 )

What Is a Performance Problem?

By Robert Bacal - You can't address employee problem performance unless you have a clear understanding of what that means. Here's a starting point. (Added: 14-Oct-2006 Hits: 231 )

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