#RedBranchWeekly: Gettin’ Techy with Performance Management

By Alison Wurth:

Only 8% of companies believe their performance management process is highly effective in driving business value, while 58% say it’s not an effective use of time. You guys, we are are not masters of performance management. Sorry bout it, but we really have so far to go with this. You could be an amazing recruiter, you could ace employee onboarding, you could welcome employees to the incredible company culture you’ve worked to build. But, if you aren’t growing your employees with continuous feedback, goal-setting, and more—your employees will be stagnant. People want to grow. So what can we do about this? We’ve gotta get techy with it.

Thanks to our partners at ClearCompany, Whil, and Caliper, we have the tips & tech you need to get the job done in this #RedBranchWeekly:

ClearCompany: 4 Ways Performance Management Benefits the Manufacturing Industry

Employees are the bread and butter of the manufacturing industry, so it’s important to keep them wanting to come back. And, focusing on their engagement will do just that. Not only do engaged employees outperform those that aren’t by 202%, but they’re also happier and want to see their contributions benefit the company’s long-term goals. In this article, the pros at ClearCompany lay out the value of performance management systems all within an infographic. Whether you’re in the manufacturing industry or not—this one will change your perspective on the importance of nurturing your employees.

Whil: The Key to Curbing Employee Insomnia

You’re probably wondering what this article about sleep is doing here. Hear me out. In the U.S., employee insomnia costs approximately $411 billion and 1.2 million lost work days per year. The amount of sleep your employees get a night may not be something you typically think about But, people do struggle with this, and it’s affecting productivity at your organization. But what can YOU do about THEIR sleep troubles? Offer mindfulness as a medicine. Dive into this article to find out all about it.

Caliper: The Basics and Benefits of Competency-Based Training

There’s no such thing as an effective one-size-fits-all training program. Employees need training and development that caters to their personalities and learning habits. Competency-based training will, of course, ensure a productive process. But at its core, it’s about the professional development of your team. Considering 93% of employees say they would stay at a company longer if it invested in their careers, this is hard to ignore.

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