Practical Performance Managment

Uncover the Science of Leadership in "Positional Authority Ain’t Leadership" In a sea of leadership theories and styles, "Positional Authority Ain’t Leadership" stands out as a beacon, guiding readers to understand that the essence of true leadership lies in the principles of behavioral analysis. This book offers more than just theories; it provides a scientific approach to leadership, making it a unique and essential read. About the Book: "Positional Authority Ain’t Leadership" delves deep into leadership as an art grounded in science. It breaks down the 'four hats of leadership' - ...

Managers don’t fail because they’re stupid. They fail because they tolerate bullshit. This book is for anyone who’s tired of excuses, low standards, and “we’re a family here” speeches while the work still isn’t done. It’s a field manual for getting adults to do the job they’re paid to do and the first book in the NO BULLSHIT series. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN Inside, you’ll learn how to: Set expectations so clearly that “I didn’t know” is impossible. Follow up so people deliver — without you chasing them. Deal with underperformance fast and directly. Hold people ...

The Impact of Stress on Cognitive Function: How Stress Affects Memory, Focus, and Mental Performance Stress touches every aspect of modern life—but its hidden effects on the brain are often overlooked. From lapses in memory to poor decision-making, stress doesn’t just make us feel tense; it reshapes how we think, learn, and function. This comprehensive guide explores the powerful connection between stress and cognition, showing you exactly how stress hormones influence the brain and what you can do to protect your mental performance. Inside this book, you will discover: The science of ...

"Will someone out there please develop a simple guide to improving employee performance for busy managers like us?" Your colleagues spoke, we listened ... and here it is! The Manager's Coaching Handbook provides managers, supervisors, and team leaders with simple, easy-to-follow guidelines for positively affecting employee performance. Within these pages you'll find practical strategies for dealing with superior performers, those with performance problems, and everyone in between. This book is a must have for ALL leaders. Looking for a bunch of long-winded theory? You won't find it here! We...

From merely managing to boldly leading: Take your skills (and your career) to the next level with just 7 simple, yet highly effective strategies! Being a manager is a role filled with a lot of responsibility. It can be a heavy load to bear, knowing that your team members’ productivity, your company’s success, and your own career could be affected by your actions and decisions. But while this is a difficult undertaking, you also have a unique opportunity as a manager to inspire, transform, and take your team to new heights.

High performing organizations see better results than their contemporaries and have more satisfied employees. This book clarifies this unique point in history where key technologies like AI, collaboration platforms, and low code development have converged to transform project and work management and provides practical strategies for seizing this moment to become a higher performing organization with happier people. In the ever-evolving landscape of business and technology, project management stands as a critical pillar, orchestrating the rhythm of progress and innovation.

Unlock the full potential of your electric vehicle with expert guidance on battery management and optimization. This book bridges theory and practice, helping you understand, maintain, and enhance your EV's most critical component—the battery. Inside, you'll discover: Battery chemistry fundamentals and types (Li-ion, solid-state, etc.) Battery Management Systems (BMS) design, diagnostics, and calibration Thermal management strategies for longevity and safety Charging optimization and fast-charging considerations Practical tips for monitoring, maintaining, and troubleshooting battery ...

Mastering the Art of Focused Multitasking: Proven Strategies to Boost Productivity and Efficiency Do you ever feel like there simply aren’t enough hours in the day? You’re not alone. Modern life demands that we manage dozens of responsibilities at once—emails, meetings, projects, family obligations, and personal goals—all competing for attention. The problem isn’t multitasking itself; it’s how most people approach it. Done haphazardly, multitasking drains focus and increases stress. Done strategically, it becomes a powerful tool for balance and achievement. In Mastering the Art ...

Are you struggling with procrastination, finding yourself putting off important tasks until the last minute or not completing them at all? Do you wish you had the tools to overcome this habit and finally achieve your goals? If so, the 30 Days to Overcome Procrastination workbook can help. Designed to help you break the cycle of procrastination and cultivate a more focused, productive mindset, this 30-day program offers practical exercises, daily affirmations, and mindfulness techniques to help you stay motivated and on track. Each day, you'll receive a new lesson with specific action steps ...

This new edition of this best-selling guide offers an integrated approach to process improvement that delivers quick and substantial results in quality and productivity in diverse settings. The authors explore their Model for Improvement that worked with international improvement efforts at multinational companies as well as in different industries such as healthcare and public agencies. This edition includes new information that shows how to accelerate improvement by spreading changes across multiple sites.

In a world of ambiguity and constant change, teams are the critical glue for solving complex problems, delivering in challenging environments and supporting each other to grow, develop and be engaged.

Most people associate performance management with the annual review, which is universally dreaded by employees, management, and HR professionals alike. It's a cookie-cutter, fear-based, top-down approach that emphasizes negatives over positives and stifles healthy career conversations. It's never been shown to motivate anyone to do anything but try to avoid it, but nobody feels like they have any alternative. Tamra Chandler has one - and it works.

Effective Contract Administration Skills: Practical Implementation in Geospatial Data Management A Comprehensive Guide to Post-Award Contract Execution, Performance Monitoring, and ISO-Aligned Administration Overview Effective Contract Administration Skills by Dr. Mohamed-Ali Ibrahim serves as a practical guide for professionals managing contracts in complex, multi-disciplinary environments. The book bridges the gap between commercial strategy and operational delivery, providing actionable tools, frameworks, and case studies aligned with international ISO standards.Key Features ...

🌟 UpSkilling: The Secret Sauce for Success in a Changing Economy 🌟 In a world where industries are evolving faster than you can say “AI,” the key to thriving is learning. Whether you're a business leader looking to future-proof your workforce or an ambitious professional aiming for the next big promotion, upskilling isn’t just an option—it’s your secret weapon. With a blend of wit, wisdom, and practical advice, this book is your ultimate guide to mastering the art of upskilling in the face of today’s challenges: 💼 Why it matters—for staying relevant and winning in ...

Biofeedback is the process of training your body to control its involuntary actions, such as breathing and heart rate. Minor changes to these actions can significantly improve physical and emotional well-being. In Biofeedback and Mindfulness in Everyday Life, Harvard Medical School faculty member Inna Khazan pairs biofeedback techniques with mindfulness practice to address some of life's most common ailments - from anxiety and fear to stress and insomnia.

Are you stressed to the max and about to explode? Is your world closing in? Are disappointments and despair derailing your dreams? Is fear and anxiety swallowing your energy and snuffing out your light? Do you need to keep going but don't know how? Are you looking for ways to change the narrative and triumph again? If you've asked yourself those questions, you're not alone. I asked myself the same questions, and then I found the answers. You have arrived at the perfect place for some heart-centered stress management! If you're ready for change, then this book is for you.

Being a manager is no easy task. You must set and meet team goals that match business objectives while also ensuring growth and development opportunities for your people. You have to be the voice of authority and a key decision-maker while simultaneously giving your employees autonomy and flexibility. How do you navigate these tensions?

There's a bewildering array of management tools out there. And they all promise to help you excel at the toughest parts of your job: defining your organization's strategic direction, managing customers and costs, and boosting workforce performance. But just 30 percent of these tools deliver as intended. Why? As Jeremy Hope and Steve Player reveal in Beyond Performance Management, while many tools are sound in theory, they're misused by most organizations. For example, executives buy and implement a tool without first asking, "What problem are we trying to solve?"

Since the groundbreaking work of Robert S. Kaplan and David P. Norton, the concept of the Balanced Scorecard has achieved increasing popularity in the business world. In this book, the authors draw on their extensive experience with scorecard projects to provide a step-by-step method for introducing the Balanced Scorecard into an organization. This book will provide senior and operational managers, consultants, and business academics with a comprehensive view of emerging Balanced Scorecard practice supported by both business advice and a theoretical foundation.

Conducting performance reviews can be stressful. But these conversations are critical to your employees' development, allowing you to formally communicate with them about their accomplishments relative to their goals. Performance Reviews guides you through the basics.