After 13 years as the Philadelphia area's top training and development company, Team Builders Plus gets a new look and a new website.
And now, we'd like to introduce OneTeam, the new monthly newsletter. Each issue will offer valuable articles, statistics, quotes, book recommendations, a Profile of the Month, and upcoming Team Builders Plus showcase events. And don't forget to visit the new website to learn how we help develop organizations, OneTeam at a time.
The Power of 360-Degree Feedback
by Merrick Rosenberg
Let's begin with a concept of which most of us would agree -- Positive and constructive feedback, if presented respectfully and with helpful intent, benefit both the individual and the organization. And yet, studies on turnover reveal that lack of feedback and recognition are often cited as a key reason why people leave organizations. Consider whether individuals in your organization receive enough useful feedback to help them develop their skills and improve performance.
Basics about Employee Motivation (Including Steps You Can Take)
by Carter McNamara MBA, Ph.D.
Clearing Up Common Myths About Employee Motivation The topic of motivating employees is extremely important to managers and supervisors. Despite the important of the topic, several myths persist -- especially among new managers and supervisors. Before looking at what management can do to support the motivation of employees, it's important first to clear up these common myths.
True teamwork is the rarest, most exhilarating, and most productive human activity possible. Every business wants to harness this incredible energy, but achieving such a level of motivation and esprit is not always easy.
Profile of the Month: Capitalizing on The Dimensions of Leadership
In a successful organization, leaders can be found at every level from the boardroom to the mailroom, from the chairman's office to the customer service desk. This is particularly true in organizations that have given up elaborate hierarchies in favor of a team oriented approach to leadership and management.
Recommended Reading: The Thin Book of 360 Feedback: A Manager's Guide
by Michelle LeDuff Collins, Ph.D.
If you are new to the 360 or multi-rater experience, this book will guide you through the process. If you are a veteran of the 360, this book is the perfect companion for the next time. The brand or type of 360 available to you doesn't matter; this guide identifies the important commonalities and key points and will help you maximize the benefits of the process. This book helps all participants of a multi-rater process by explaining what it is and how to understand the results. It can be read in about 30 minutes and gives concrete suggestions on what to do with multi-rater feedback.
A recent study by the
American Management Association reported that
83% of organizations had turf wars and territorial management. That same study found that
72% of people stated that there was a lack of cooperation in their organization, while 60% had power struggles, and 56% had personality conflicts.
Words of Wisdom:
"It's a mistake to think we listen only with our ears. It's much more important to listen with the mind, the eyes, the body, and the heart. Unless you truly want to understand the other person, you'll never be able to listen." - Mark Herndon
