
29 Questions to Ask Your New Hires
We’re thrilled to kick off our Template Toolkit with a powerful resource: the Pulse Surveys Template we use here at Small Improvements! Designed specifically for new hires 30 days into their onboarding journey, this survey has helped us boost productivity, engagement, and alignment between employees and their managers. It’s a simple yet effective way to…

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.

25 questions for a 360 review
Asking the right questions can help you have efficient and constructive 360 reviews. So what do these questions look like?

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.

A recipe for great managers
Sure, hiring good managers is important. But an org’s internal policies and a culture that supports skillful leadership can also elevate great managers.

Nonviolent feedback: How to criticize without hurting feelings
Hasty, poorly-worded feedback can lead to shame and resistance. So how should you deliver nonviolent communication to get the best results?