From the course: Managing High Performers
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Coach and develop high performers
From the course: Managing High Performers
Coach and develop high performers
- When you communicate with your high performers, approach them as a coach rather than a director. That sends a subtle but very real message about the way you perceive their achievements and respect their contributions. Here are five ways you can use coaching techniques to get even better results from your high performers. First, get to know them. Use transparent dialogue to find out what makes them tick. Work to understand what types of projects they enjoy, and those that demotivate them. What strength sets them apart? What might be holding them back? Openly discussing this information can help you build trust and better target their assignments. And when you can give them projects in the sweet spot, ones that leverage their expertise and preferences, you can demonstrate your interest in making sure they're appropriately challenged while rewarding their value. Second, know where they want to go. Through your coaching conversations, encourage your high performers to be candid about…
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