Preparing for Performance Reviews in the New Year

Let’s be honest. Both managers and employees dread the performance review process. However, performance reviews don’t have to be a source of stress. Preparing in advance helps everyone feel more comfortable and makes the process more effective when the new year arrives. Why Performance Reviews Matter According to the Society for Human Resource Management, the… Read more »

Building a Strong Relationship With Your Project Manager

Remote employment is nothing new the to agriculture industry. However, that doesn’t mean that hiring remote project managers is without potential issues. Remote project managers can sometimes feel left out, and with good reason: Virtual workers can be easy to forget about since they aren’t physically in the same location. If you want to reap… Read more »

Implementing Continuous Performance Feedback

Annual reviews have been an accepted business practice for many decades. But in today’s fast-paced environment, who can wait that long to provide employees with the feedback they need to perform their best in their jobs? Are annual reviews really the best way to keep your employees on track? Instead, consider implementing a policy of… Read more »

What Does “Balance” Mean to Your Employees?

The concept of ‘work-life balance’ is a popular topic today, especially as we continue to live in a fast-paced world where people are connected 24/7 and many businesses operate around the clock. If you want to maintain a productive team, make sure your employees are aware of what it really takes to achieve some semblance… Read more »