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Is It Time For A Peer-Reviewed Bonus System?

LDRLB

While it’s possible that the promise of more money will inspire an individual or team to work harder, it’s equally possible that the payment of such money will disturb a co-worker or colleague team who believed they worked harder but got less compensation. David Burkus is the editor of LDRLB.

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Creating an Effective Peer Review System

Harvard Business Review

Many people think real-time peer reviews will be a key piece of the puzzle. But how do you create, maintain and support a successful real-time peer review program to make sure it delivers on its potential? Another company might choose to emphasize fiscal responsibility, collaboration, or innovation.

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When You Have to Carry Out a Decision You Disagree With

Harvard Business Review

One of the great frustrations of being a middle manager is that senior leaders make decisions that go against what you would have done had it been up to you. If — deep down — you don’t feel that senior management makes good decisions, it’s probably time to start looking for another job. You and Your Team Series.

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Is Employee Engagement Just a Reflection of Personality?

Harvard Business Review

Indeed, even before organizations started talking about the need to “engage employees,” many managers appeared to regard motivation as something individuals brought with them to work — a characteristic of people they hired. Many innovators also have problems with authority and a predisposition to challenge the status quo.

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Good Bosses Switch Between Two Leadership Styles

Harvard Business Review

Think back to the last team project you participated in at work. When there is a clear vision, and the challenge is getting your team to enact that vision, dominance is an effective way to create a unified front. How did the person running the project lead the group? One way to do this is through perspective taking.

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Overcoming Fragmentation in Health Care

Harvard Business Review

America is a nation of innovators and entrepreneurs. At the foundation of our approach is a knowledge-management system — an electronic archive of Mayo Clinic-vetted knowledge containing evidence-based protocols, order sets, alerts and care process models. This knowledge is updated in real time and made widely available.

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Are CEOs Overhyped and Overpaid?

Harvard Business Review

Throughout the Western world, and increasingly elsewhere, individual performance is glorified over and above collective team efforts. For example, Steve Jobs, Jeff Bezos, and Elon Musk enjoy cult-like status and are widely regarded as modern tycoons of innovation. This is particularly true when it comes to leaders and entrepreneurs.

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