When I go to a business I make it a point to look at the evaluations of all the top leaders and managers and their direct reports. I will meticulously review nearly all of them. I then go through all the high-potential people who were previously moved there because of their progress and performance. I identify those who aren’t performing, and decide what to do about them. I follow through with a three-or five-page memo to them individually. Then I go back six months later and review to see that those actions were taken.
If that approach of accountability cascades down through your organization as it’s supposed to, it will change your workforce and top line growth. It has ben my experience that people rise to the level of a leader’s expectations.
Jim Woods is principal and founder of InnoThink Group. Jim is a business turnaround expert. His story is riveting. He has worked with government, U.S. Army, MITRE Corporation, Pitney Bowes, Whirlpool, and 3M. Jim’s business experiences, extensive research on competitive strategy and innovation have given him a fresh perspective on improving individual and organizational performance. Jim is a prolific speaker on strategic innovation, creative leadership, uncertainty and competitive strategy. Speak with us for consulting or speaking engagements call 719-266-6703 or click here for more information. Follow Jim on Twitter. Follow Jim on Facebook.
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