PAPERmaking! FROM THE PUBLISHERS OF PAPER TECHNOLOGY Volume 4, Number 2, 2018 Why (and How) to Confront Problem Employees
Everybody’s worked with a difficult colleague before, whether it’s a passive -aggressive colleague, an explosive boss, or a lazy direct report. But despite their prevalence, many leaders seem to be unwilling or unable to deal with them effectively. And that hurts everyone. Problem employees can have a negative impact on their team, but also on the career of their boss, our research shows. The good news — if you’re willing to confront your problem employee about unacceptable behaviours, you can probably create a more positive outcome for everyone involved. We’ve long known that confronting problem employees results in better outcomes for organizations and for leaders themselves. A classic study of managers shows the benefit of taking action; Leaders who consistently confronted problem employees tended to achieve better overall team performance. They’re also more likely to get promoted. www.ccl.org
The Paper Industry Technical Association (PITA) is an independent organisation which operates for the general benefit of its members – both individual and corporate – dedicated to promoting and improving the technical and scientific knowledge of those working in the UK pulp and paper industry. Formed in 1960, it serves the Industry, both manufacturers and suppliers, by providing a forum for members to meet and network; it organises visits, conferences and training seminars that cover all aspects of papermaking science. It also publishes the prestigious journal Paper Technology and the PITA Annual Review , both sent free to members, and a range of other technical publications which include conference proceedings and the acclaimed Essential Guide to Aqueous Coating .
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