Managers and coaches aren’t one and the same. Being a manager is more directive and transactional. Managers oversee the work of their employees, create plans, and direct their employees. They identify needs and fix problems to keep projects moving so the business can achieve its goals. Coaches are more consultative and employee-focused. They focus on…
Why does recognition matter? According to Psychology Today, feeling appreciated is a cornerstone of positive self-worth. It also strengthens the bond between two individuals. Studies show that workplace recognition is important to employees of every generation. And it’s a key driver in employee engagement. 40 percent of American workers would put in more effort if their employers…
Scorecards can help you determine how well you’re working with members of your team. You can download them here.
Managers and coaches aren’t the same thing. In some organizations, though, coaching is used by effective managers. We explain the distinction below. Being a manager is a more directive and transactional role than being a coach. Managers oversee the work of their employees, come up with plans, and tell or direct the employees on what to…
Here are some tips for when it comes to practicing and preparing for a readback. We’re following the 4 P’s of providing a readback: Practice, Purpose, Prepare and Present. To view our readback video series, click here. Practice Providing great, conversational readbacks is a skill that is best developed with practice. No one is perfect…
Two employees not seeing eye to eye? Use this guide to facilitate a discussion on how their natural strengths can contribute to a better working relationship using PI’s Relationship Guide. Looking to have this conversation today? Download the low C one-pager. For those with more time, continue reading for a five step guide on using behavioral data…
Have your employees completed the PI Behavioral Assessment? If not, use the Sending Assessments Guide to learn how to assess your employees and understand their drives, needs, and behaviors in the workplace. Then, come back here to learn about leveraging those results to develop your management capabilities. All set? Now let’s begin. Here’s your roadmap to using PI’s tools…
Reference Profiles are the best shortcut for understanding the behaviors and needs that drive yourself and your people. Reference Profile review Take a look at each of the 17 Reference Profiles and understand an individual’s: Needs Behaviors Signature work styles Strengths Common traps How to work well with each profile Managing different Reference Profiles Want…