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8 Steps for Managers to Confront Performance Issues

CLO Magazine

Uncomfortable conversations about attitude, performance and relationships are tough. But organizational performance will stay in the weeds if leaders don’t effectively broach sensitive-but-necessary conversations around topics like reaching quotas, having a low-energy attitude or alienating teammates. Own your part. “As

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The power of virtual skills to future-proof your people and organization

CLO Magazine

The same report found that 16 to 20 percent of people weren’t mentally engaged in various face-to-face meetings either, so it’s a perennial issue that’s exacerbated by being virtual. One of the biggest issues in developing people is time.

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The individual or the organization: Identifying the root of employee underperformance

CLO Magazine

In order for managers to effectively address gaps in performance, they must start by asking four questions: Does my direct report have the information, abilities and attitude to be effective in their position? Still, most managers don’t know how to uncover the root cause of an employee’s performance issue.

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5 steps to create a culture of inclusion and belonging at work

CLO Magazine

Authenticity isn’t just running on autopilot or taking on an attitude of “this is me, take it or leave it.” With pressure to fit in, it’s no wonder we also see increases in issues with mental health. The post 5 steps to create a culture of inclusion and belonging at work appeared first on Chief Learning Officer - CLO Media.

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A system-approach to training that sticks

CLO Magazine

The exception is when there is continued focus on transferring new skills and knowledge to improved skills, behavior and attitudes, or — and this is a big reason — people want it. One strategy that transforms inertia into improved skills and attitudes in a sustainable way is developmental coaching and preferably developmental peer coaching.

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The critical first step to building strong organizational DEI

CLO Magazine

I know that this is my issue. Training can hold up a mirror and encourage employees and managers to think about difficult and uncomfortable topics like racism, and reflect upon their own attitudes and behaviors, according to Rawson. And they teach us, mainly unconsciously, how it is that we’re supposed to treat other people,” she says.

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An arduous year and a half at work punctuates soft skills

CLO Magazine

The role of the CLO. Some leaders might think an issue like this is true for other organizations but not their own, but actually surveying employees internally can take the pulse on issues and identify what the organization’s leadership should focus on, in both training and during meetings.

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