Recent TRG blog posts

We often use the words “manager” and “leader” interchangeably without thinking too much about the responsibilities or characteristics that they entail.

Great salespeople are high-performers, great thinkers, into problem solving and goals driven. But they can be demanding and difficult to handle from time to time.

In the previous article, we have discussed the various characteristics of a micromanager and the negative impact they have on the team.

As a manager, once you have delegated a task to an employee with clear objectives and set deadlines, what is your next move?

A company’s life-long success lies in the hand of core employees. Having the right people for key positions will help the organisation leap further to prosperity. Nevertheless, many companies still face difficulties in sorting and identifying the best prospects and preparing them for the key positions that one day they will obtain.

Along with the fear of your boss, fear of being wrong, fear of change is one the most common phobias found in the workplace. It is not at all a bad thing, in fact, it is perfectly normal for everyone to feel a bit nervous and uncomfortable when there’s a sudden change in our normal routine.

No matter what the scope of your business is, you all need a detailed succession planning to avoid unnecessary issues in the future that can greatly impact the company’s operation and reputation.

Each of us has our own definition of “professionalism.” More than just dressing appropriately according to the company’s policies or showing up for work on-time, professional work manners are also defined by your behavioural conduct and communication style at work.

Read more: How Is TRG Adapting to the New Normal of Virtual Office Post COVID-19?

Finding ways to unlock an individual's hidden talents and maximise their performance is not at all an easy task. If you are able to unleash your employee’s full potential, you now have the ability to reshape their attitudes, behaviours and even their skill sets to encourage them to move forward.

A high performer can be 4 times more productive than a normal employee. Having at least one of these star employees in your team can help motivate other members.