Strengths-Based Development http://businessjournal.gallup.com/ http://backend.userland.com/rss Gallup WebTeam Companies invest millions in training and developing their employees. But all too often, those investments don't pay off because leaders fail to factor in employees' talents. http://businessjournal.gallup.com/content/153341/Why-Strengths-Matter-Training.aspx?utm_source=tagrss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=syndication http://businessjournal.gallup.com/content/153341/Why-Strengths-Matter-Training.aspx?utm_source=tagrss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=syndication Tue, 03 Apr 2012 15:00:00 GMT A lack of clearly defined expectations can hurt an organization's productivity. It's better for managers to apply strengths-based goal setting, which clarifies what an organization means by success. http://businessjournal.gallup.com/content/152981/Strengths-Based-Goal-Setting.aspx?utm_source=tagrss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=syndication http://businessjournal.gallup.com/content/152981/Strengths-Based-Goal-Setting.aspx?utm_source=tagrss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=syndication Tue, 06 Mar 2012 15:00:00 GMT When it comes to their own development, there's something irresistibly appealing to leaders about setting stretch goals. But they rarely work. Realistic objectives, while less exciting, are more effective and lasting. http://businessjournal.gallup.com/content/150485/Setting-Major-Development-Goals-Work.aspx?utm_source=tagrss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=syndication http://businessjournal.gallup.com/content/150485/Setting-Major-Development-Goals-Work.aspx?utm_source=tagrss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=syndication Thu, 03 Nov 2011 15:00:00 GMT Effective implementation and support are vital to a strengths-based development program's success. Here's how managers and employees can ensure that their workgroup -- and their organization -- will benefit and improve performance. http://businessjournal.gallup.com/content/148691/Making-Strengths-Based-Development-Work.aspx?utm_source=tagrss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=syndication http://businessjournal.gallup.com/content/148691/Making-Strengths-Based-Development-Work.aspx?utm_source=tagrss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=syndication Thu, 04 Aug 2011 15:00:00 GMT Gallup discovered that organizations with engaged employees outperform those with less engaged employees. And workers who use their strengths in their job outperform those who don't. But what happens when companies nurture engagement and strengths simultaneously? http://businessjournal.gallup.com/content/147383/Secret-Higher-Performance.aspx?utm_source=tagrss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=syndication http://businessjournal.gallup.com/content/147383/Secret-Higher-Performance.aspx?utm_source=tagrss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=syndication Tue, 03 May 2011 15:00:00 GMT The authors of Strengths Based Selling tell how even great salespeople need self-awareness and support, how salespeople can develop their talents and strengths, and why flawed thinking about the sales process inspired them to write their book. http://businessjournal.gallup.com/content/147110/Strengths-Salespeople.aspx?utm_source=tagrss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=syndication http://businessjournal.gallup.com/content/147110/Strengths-Salespeople.aspx?utm_source=tagrss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=syndication Thu, 28 Apr 2011 15:00:00 GMT Organizations that want to increase productivity must consciously manage their employees toward engagement and help them use their strengths at work every day. The problem is, most organizations don't, and as a result, they're underperforming. http://businessjournal.gallup.com/content/146972/Strengths-Boost-Engagement.aspx?utm_source=tagrss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=syndication http://businessjournal.gallup.com/content/146972/Strengths-Boost-Engagement.aspx?utm_source=tagrss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=syndication Thu, 07 Apr 2011 15:00:00 GMT What are the strengths of salespeople, and how can organizations develop them? What do great sales managers do differently? The authors of Strengths Based Selling tackle these and other matters, including: why money is overrated as a motivator. http://businessjournal.gallup.com/content/146765/Selling-Strengths.aspx?utm_source=tagrss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=syndication http://businessjournal.gallup.com/content/146765/Selling-Strengths.aspx?utm_source=tagrss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=syndication Thu, 24 Mar 2011 15:00:00 GMT The recession has forced companies worldwide to cut staff significantly, never mind the consequences. But budget slashers, take note: There are effective ways to improve productivity and profitability, and they don't rely on reducing headcount. http://businessjournal.gallup.com/content/146351/Strengthening-Company-Performance.aspx?utm_source=tagrss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=syndication http://businessjournal.gallup.com/content/146351/Strengthening-Company-Performance.aspx?utm_source=tagrss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=syndication Tue, 01 Mar 2011 16:00:00 GMT While many competency programs struggle to stay on track, several organizations have implemented very effective programs -- ones that engage employees and fuel financial growth. Those organizations have proven to be extremely competent at competencies, and most follow four simple rules. http://businessjournal.gallup.com/content/141245/Building-Competent-Competency-Program.aspx?utm_source=tagrss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=syndication http://businessjournal.gallup.com/content/141245/Building-Competent-Competency-Program.aspx?utm_source=tagrss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=syndication Thu, 15 Jul 2010 15:00:00 GMT