Employee/Management Relations

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 		The Team Coach
Most leaders get promoted due to their strong technical expertise. As managers though, they need to quickly transition from individual contributors to team builders.
Personal Relationships in the Workplace
With most people spending on average 40-50 hours per week in the workplace, it is not surprising that many develop romantic relationships with their colleagues.
Collecting Employee Feedback
An online survey software, such as Zoomerang or SurveyMonkey, helps organizations create employee surveys with minimal effort and maximum results.
Recognizing Employees' Work
Every employee wants their work to be publicly recognized. It is a way of acknowledging their efforts and thanking them for their contributions to a project.
Developing Direct Reports
Developing others is a key management competency, yet it is also one of the most overlooked responsibilities, especially when dealing with conflicting work priorities.
Communicating Salary Changes in Difficult Times
The compensation topic is one of the most emotional subjects for employees and leaders alike. Nobody is indifferent to it, not even when "money is not the issue."
Tips for Managing Change
Managing change can be tricky regardless of the type of change occurring in an organization, and research shows that most changes fail to achieve their desired results.
How to Manage the Boss
If a boss over- or under-manages their people, what can be done to get what is needed from them? How can they be managed so that employees are happy and productive?
How to Work with Underperforming Employees
Before having to deal with the legal, emotional and team implications of employment termination, finding ways to improve employee performance should be considered.
How to Make Team Conflict Productive
Disagreements and debates are part of working in a team. But what can be done to prevent conflict from turning into a destructive, personal battle between team members?