Category Archives: Management

Conducting Effective Exit Interviews

Many managers or human resources professionals mistakenly conduct exit interviews with terminated or departing employees haphazardly.  Exit interviews are a company’s last chance to get feedback from employees, so managers should do whatever they can to make the most of them.  The employees thoughts gathered are often the most honest they will give during their [...]

The Manager’s Role in Performance Development Meetings

Nobody likes performance appraisals or performance reviews. Appraisals bring uncomfortable issues to light, reduce morale, and most employees scoff at the idea of being criticized for anything that may have been done imperfectly. Innovative managers must come up with an approach that looks beyond simple criticism, and becomes something more empowering. A great way to [...]