FAQs

How do I keep a high performing employee from looking for another job?

Offer challenging work, opportunities for growth, and meaningful recognition to keep them motivated and feeling valued.

Regularly acknowledge their achievements, provide constructive feedback, and offer rewards or incentives for their hard work.

Provide training, mentorship, and clear paths for career advancement to show you’re invested in their long-term success.

Foster a healthy work-life balance by offering flexibility and addressing burnout to ensure they feel supported both professionally and personally.

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How can we support mental health as a priority for our employees?

Provide Resources: Offer access to counselling services, employee assistance programmes (EAPs), and mental health days. Promote Wellbeing: Encourage work-life balance, mindfulness, and stress management workshops. Create a Safe Environment: Foster open discussions about mental health and reduce stigma. Training for Managers: Equip managers to recognise signs of mental health struggles and provide support. Flexible Working: […]

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How do I develop someone who doesn’t believe they need any training/development?

To develop someone resistant to training, start by understanding their reasons for resistance and helping them recognise areas for growth through self-awareness tools like feedback. Emphasise how development can lead to career advancement, improved skills, and staying relevant in a changing world. Offer development opportunities that are directly linked to their daily tasks and career […]

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How can we prevent repeat issues?

Learn from employee cases by spotting patterns, training managers, updating policies, and acting on lessons to improve culture and prevent repeat issues

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How do we lift performance?

Set specific objectives, give regular feedback, remove blockers, and offer coaching or training. Use a simple performance framework and address issues early with supportive conversations.

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We have difficulty aligning employee goals with company objectives – Help!

Set Clear Company Goals Communicate business priorities clearly and regularly across all teams. Use Cascading Objectives Link individual and team goals to broader company targets using frameworks like OKRs. Involve Employees in Goal Setting Encourage staff to shape their own goals within the business context for better buy-in. Check In Regularly Hold ongoing reviews to […]

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How can I manage Inconsistent Performance Reviews and Feedback?

Standardise the Process Use clear criteria, consistent timelines, and shared rating scales across teams. Train Managers Provide training on fair, constructive feedback and align expectations through calibration sessions. Encourage Ongoing Feedback Promote regular 1:1s and use tools for continuous, real-time feedback. Use Performance Tools Adopt systems to track reviews and goals, ensuring consistency and accountability. […]

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