At first glance it may seem a stretch of the imagination to suggest that the pandemic is improving communication in the workplace. For many years we have become increasingly technically connected, with 24/7 email and phone calls extending working hours and impinging on vacation and family time. Add to this the impact of the multitude…
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Making Feedback a Productive Two-Way Conversation
Of all the interactions between managers and employees, giving and receiving feedback is the one that has the most impact on the individuals concerned – whether positive or negative. In many cases, formal feedback occurs only during the once-a-year performance review. Many of us have experienced a review meeting where you are faced with feedback…
HR Trends For 2021 and Beyond
As we move into 2021, it’s a good time to reflect on the lessons of this past year and consider what these mean for our future. So, what were the key takeaways from this year? 1. The office doesn’t have to be the workplace Possibly the most significant change during the year was the recognition that…