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Best Practices for Employee Performance Reviews- To build leaders, culture, & retention

By: Anne McGraw

Two years into the pandemic, it is clear that organizations need to modernize how they address performance reviews; the old one-size-fits-all approach and rating systems no longer serve a purpose in the modern-day workplace. While the traditional style of performance reviews was already being questioned pre-pandemic, it is more evident now why the process needs to be reevaluated with workers placing greater importance on job satisfaction. With this shift in mindset, businesses need to nurture employee skill sets, improve communications, and have reviews focus on the positives. Professional development needs to be at the core of this new initiative which in turn will create a healthy culture, build leaders, and foster retention.

Here are three ways to rethink how to handle performance management to build an agile, involved, and dedicated workforce.

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Learn how Business Process Analysis can Benefit your Organization

By: Jennifer Meals

Since joining Warren Whitney, I’ve spent some time reflecting on the most common issues companies face. In my experience, one issue that consistently needs to be addressed is modifying and improving processes. Improving process flow (also known as business process analysis) has a significant positive impact with the least disruption. Here is an overview of what BPA is and how it can benefit your organization.

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HR Strategies for a Prosperous 2022: Employee Retention Essentials

By: Beth Williams

While the Omicron variant has created a chaotic start to the new year, organizations still need to evaluate their HR policies to position themselves for a successful 2022. With unprecedented quit rates in 2021 and employees requiring more than just “work” and “pay,” —  this year’s focus should be on employee retention strategies for job satisfaction and initiatives to support recruiting efforts.

Regardless of whether your team is working virtually or in person, here are three steps leaders can take to invest in your employees’ well-being to build engagement and keep your workforce happy in 2022!

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