
Setting goals, the SMART way
Want real results? Then setting realistic and achievable SMART goals is the way to go. Here is an outline of the process and best practices to get you started.

How self-assessments can lead to better performance review conversations
Many employees tend to dread evaluating themselves. Luckily, there are some ways you can keep self-assessments honest and effective.

Set employees up for success with professional development plans
Research shows that intrinsic motivators are key to keeping your employees happy. Here’s how to create an effective development plan to motivate your team.

Goal setting: to stretch or not to stretch
While some set realistic goals, others prefer “stretch” goals. How far is too far to stretch? And do stretch goals help or hurt in the long run?

Building an effective performance review questionnaire
Want to create more effective questionnaires for your next performance review? Here are some tips and tricks on how to structure your questionnaire, the types of questions to use, and more.

Performance reviews and compensation: Taking money off the table
Trying to make pay decisions based on performance reviews can get in the way of employee growth. Here’s why, and what you can do instead.