Get More From an Underperformer

The Underperformer: How to Get More from an Employee

HR professionals can use these three strategies to support employees and managers in resolving underperformance.

Set Someone Up for Failure?

Did You Set Someone Up for Failure?

Setting employees up for success is the key to employee engagement. Here are three strategies to support your employees’ success

Address Team Performance Problems

3 Ways to Address Team Performance Problems

Sometimes the best thing HR can do to facilitate team performance is to remove some of the red tape.

The Feedback and Performance Loop

Understanding the Feedback and Performance Loop

No one can read minds, and your employees won’t know there are problems with their performance unless someone tells them.

The Performance Improvement Plan

The Performance Improvement Plan: How Employers Can Get It Right

Here are some best practices for using performance improvement plans to improve the performance of underperforming employees.

Creative HR Leadership

The Importance of Creative Leadership in HR

Reflections on leadership, innovation, building meaningful relationships -- and so much more.

5 Common Performance Problems

Top 5 Common Performance Problems

Modern workers often face these five common performance problems, but employers can use simple strategies to help employees overcome them.

Christopher Lee: Dedicated to HR

Passion and Commitment: A Life Dedicated to HR

Formal education and certifications are two sides of the same coin. A master's degree is what professors think you need to know, but certification is what professionals think you need to know.

California HR Conference: Day 1

California HR Conference Day 1 Recap

Today, I joined dedicated HR professionals during pre-conference sessions. I met the friendly greeters who are responsible for assisting with registration and enjoyed the lively tunes pumping by DJ Noble, director of music for the conference.

What's New and Next HR

Live From CAHR: What’s New and What’s Next in HR

Improving performance and strengthening workplace security were two of the hot topics on the second day of the California HR Conference.

Taking the Leap: How Darryl Walker Moved from Paratrooper to PHR

Taking the Leap: How Darryl Walker Moved from Paratrooper to PHR

I now have a foundation of knowledge to further my company’s goals, assist co-workers with issues and to grow personally. My confidence went through the roof when I passed the test.

Dealing With Performance Problems

Dealing with Performance Problems

The thinking on performance reviews has shifted in recent years, with many HR experts arguing instead that they should occur frequently and conversationally.

Reskilling to Improve Employee Performance

Reskilling to Improve Employee Performance

Your employees can only perform what they’ve been trained and equipped to do, so their skill sets must change with the times.

Business Case New HR Technology

Making the Business Case for Investing in New HR Technology

Making the right choices for your team isn’t as simple as jumping on the bandwagon for the next new thing.