Why Managers Can't Increase Productivity with Current Methods: And What to Do About It
Secured Lender, The › Vol. 60 Nbr. 4, July 2004
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Many managers reach their positions on their abilities and through natural progression up the corporate ladder. Yet most have never had any training in managing people. They may be excellent at what they do, but, if they can't get the best out of their people, productivity will suffer, as will profitability. Studies have proven that the morale of a company's workforce is directly linked to profitability. Workers who are happy in their jobs and with their employers perform better. Surveys performed by Gallup have shown that the old-fashioned methods of offering financial incentives, company cars, etc. do not produce long-term benefits. Thus, a coaching model, focused on employee morale, developed. And this model of "management" is reaching new and higher levels of corporate success. This new model was created from the best practices in organizational development, human resources and leadership methods. Tips are given on how to implement this model.
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Why Managers Can't Increase Productivity with Current Methods: And What to Do About It
CEOs are on the hot seat. According to a report in The Financial Times, in recent years the average length of stay in the CEO position is just three years, with some being given "the boot" after just 18 months, and one as little as 12 weeks. This is less than what it was 15 years ago. The most common reason for the high turnover: performance. We could also say...
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