
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!

6 phrases to help you communicate better at work
These phrases can help you and your colleagues avoid miscommunication and effectively combine your perspectives when discussing ideas or giving feedback.

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.

It’s okay to say “no” when offered feedback
“No, I’m good” doesn’t feel like an appropriate response to “Can I give you some feedback?” But sometimes it’s okay to decline feedback offers. Here’s how.

The three components of an effective performance management process
Performance management processes are highly organization-specific, but an effective approach will involve planning, cultivation, and accountability.

What happens when managers become coaches?
When someone asks a question, it’s often easier for managers to just answer it. But what happens when you step back and consider a coaching approach? And where do you start?

A team-building offsite that paves the way for success
To create a more collaborative working environment, Small Improvements’ marketing lead scheduled a one-day team building workshop outside the office.