How to Turn Discipline Issues Into Growth Opportunities

How to Turn Discipline Issues Into Growth Opportunities

by Bob Dusin

Rule books and punishment don't make people better at what they do. They only create a mindset of compliance. Coaching and performance development plans foster commitment and set people on a course to high performance.
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Raising the Bar: How Setting High Expectations Inspires Deeper Commitment

Raising the Bar: How Setting High Expectations Inspires Deeper Commitment

by Bob Dusin

If leaders are getting average results, it's likely because they're setting average expectations. Challenge employees to achieve more through effective communication and raising the bar.
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Why "Do The Best You Can" Is Terrible Advice

Why "Do The Best You Can" Is Terrible Advice

by Bob Dusin

You set the stage for the people you manage. When you instruct employees to perform at “just OK” levels, you’ll get “just OK” results.
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