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Management

Is Extending the Probationary Period a Good Idea?

It shouldn’t take that long to identify poor performers.

  • Stewart Liff
  • October 21, 2015
Management

How Government Can Fire Its Bad Employees

Managers hold most of the cards. Don't be afraid to play them.

  • Stewart Liff
  • September 9, 2015
Management

Why Federal Managers Fail to Fire Their Low Performers

The problem is not so much the system, but how it is applied.

  • Stewart Liff
  • August 26, 2015
Management

Preparing HR for an Expanded Role

It’s not just about personnel issues, but performance management.

  • Stewart Liff
  • August 6, 2015
Management

The Future of HR in Government

Managers need trusted workforce advisers instead of compliance cops.

  • Stewart Liff
  • July 30, 2015
Management

Should Government Do Away With Annual Performance Reviews?

Real feedback happens more than once a year.

  • Stewart Liff
  • June 29, 2015
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Management

Low Productivity? Redesign Your Team So Everyone Is the Leader

Top-down structures hurt morale and creativity.

  • Stewart Liff
  • June 5, 2015
Management

So, What Will It Take to Improve Morale?

The choices are to manage within the existing framework, or change the design.

  • Stewart Liff
  • May 27, 2015
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