What makes a leader? What are qualities and skills a person needs to have in order to be a successful leader? What does a strong leader look like? If there is one person who can answer those questions, it’s Bob Smith. Smith is special adviser to UT President Joe DiPietro for talent and leadership development. … Continued
As employees of the University of Tennessee, we all know that working within a higher education setting comes with a number of important and very tangible benefits—insurance coverage, leave options, health and wellness resources, tuition discounts and retirement options, just to name a few. While the fall issue of For Your Benefit is filled with … Continued
By Laure Pou, Manager of Talent Management Services at UT Chattanooga What do you think motivates employees more, monetary compensation or recognition? Many managers believe money is the top motivator and that recognition efforts aren’t meaningful when tight budgets make financial rewards difficult. However, research shows that one of the best ways to motivate employees … Continued
By John Lacey Read Part 1 This two-part series on management essentials tackles important questions about culture, motivation, recognition and trust in hopes of providing honest insight and tangible tips to help managers create productive and rewarding work environments. Part 1 of For Your Benefit’s guide to “Becoming a Better Boss,” summarized feedback from eight managers … Continued
By Mary Lucal, Director of Talent Management in the UT System Office of Employee and Organizational Development If performance reviews are a dreaded topic in your department, don’t wait until the next review deadline to do something about it. Take steps now to ensure you’re contributing to a productive process. When teaching the “Performance Review” … Continued
Leadership experts say the success of any business depends on the effectiveness of its managers. How would you rate yourself or your boss? Is your team functioning effectively? Are you fulfilled by your contributions? UT’s 2011 statewide employee engagement survey asked similar questions, and responses have led to more emphasis on management training, communication and … Continued
By Darnita Brassel, Training Administrator in the UT Health Science Center Office of Human Resources Whether you’re presenting a PowerPoint in a meeting or teaching a new department member a skill, training is a role that every UT employee has had at some point in his or her career. Effective training isn’t just about the … Continued
