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Common Causes of Conflict in the Workplace
The key to a harmonious workplace is the common goal of a job well done. However, in the real world, there are a host of common sources that can lead to conflict. This is especially true when teams are brought together from different companies, or individuals from different departments. Conflict can also arise because of… Read more
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Celebrating Wins
Most managers are aware of the importance of celebrating huge achievements, such as when their team earns a large contract or releases a new product that has been in development for 18 months. But did you know that it’s also vital to recognise and appreciate tiny victories? Small victories can assist to keep your team’s… Read more
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What is Performance Management?
Performance management is a continuous process that takes an all encompassing approach to people management. Its goal is to develop, correct, sustain, and improve individual performance—thus benefitingyour staff and your organisation as a whole. Performance management follows a clearly defined process. It’s an ongoing cycle that can be broken down into three core stages: plan,… Read more
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6 Strategies to Motivate Employees
Some organisations still believe there are only three ways managers can motivate employees, which may seem hard to believe: Money is the most powerful motivation. Employee motivation is the responsibility of managers. Fear may be a very effective motivator. All three misconceptions rely on a “stick and carrot” approach to employee motivation, in which the… Read more
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Improving Employees’ Job Satisfaction to Increase Motivation
When trying to find fresh ways to motivate your staff, look at the work they’re doing. Trying to encourage employees whose work is tedious, uninteresting, or imposed on them can be a challenge. You should instead try to make your employees’ jobs more enjoyable by: If an employee feels that they are being micromanaged or… Read more
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Factors that Influence Motivation
Employee motivation has been a hot topic in studies on teamwork and corporate management. This is because employee motivation has a direct impact on the bottom line of your company. Increasing employee motivation, for example, has been shown to: Increase productivity by as much as 70%. Increase your company’s revenue by 12%. Boost staff retention… Read more