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Performance Reviews: New Competencies & Ongoing Conversations

The end of the year is fast approaching and chances are, no one ever prepared you for how to lead a performance review conversation during a pandemic.

You may have found that while some goals were put on hold there was also an expectation that many, if not most of the company goals were expected to be delivered upon, on time and on budget. The typical competencies that you measured may have seen a few additions, including communicating remotely, being self-motivated, working autonomously, or building high performing teams while juggling children, school, dogs and managing cold callers on your home line (if you still have one). With the new challenges that have been presented as many workers Zoom in from their home office, feeling the stress of huge levels of change and uncertainty, you might want to keep the following tips in mind.

What tactics most contributed to the successful pivot of your business to online learning in only 10 days?

Virtual programs are not new to us but the need to move our entire portfolio to a virtual platform was unexpected. As we respond to unexpected challenges, whether they are a change in the financial markets, unexpected data, or the loss of a key player, the following tactics may serve you well.

What has kept you connected as a team through this challenging year?

Team dynamics are often a constantly moving target even under normal circumstances. Add a global crisis and getting everyone on the same page at the same time can seem daunting to say the least. Our commitment to each other was the unifying factor that helped us make it to where we are today. Learn how The Leadership Edge Operations Team became stronger as the result of early lessons from the Pandemic.

4 ideas to inspire you, and keep your creative juices flowing.

“I don’t have time to think.” Does that sound familiar?

Pressure, deadlines, milestones, partnering relationships and burn rates are all part of working in a life sciences environment. With constant deadlines looming, it’s easy to get bogged down in day to day, minute by minute thinking.

And yet, with all of this circling around you and your people, we’re in a business driven by innovation. Creativity is critical. Execution may be our driving force, but inspiration has to have room to flourish.

So how do you manage to find time for that? It’s not easy, but maybe a few of these ideas will inspire you.

How did we change as a team in the early stages of the pandemic?

Finding our way through the pandemic has taught us all a great deal. As we prepare for our new beginning that lies ahead with the anticipated approvals of therapies and vaccines, The Leadership Edge operations team shares their lessons learned from the early days of the pandemic, in hopes that they can be applied today, to create a phenomenal future for us all.

Change: The Time Is Now

Over the years, so much has changed, from what type of company structure is in vogue, to what is the hottest therapeutic area, to how to best structure teams, project or matrix based. Like the whole world, this industry and the people in it, are constantly experiencing change. And there is no greater change for most, than the changes we are experiencing today. The Leadership Edge founder, Gaylene Xanthopoulos discusses change and shares an insightful exercise that will enable you to drive relevant and meaningful change.

Leading Through Uncertain Times

Are you fostering trust & communication in these challenging times? Are you maximizing performance by removing uncertainty? The Leadership Edge founder, Gaylene Xanthopoulos, discusses these issues with practical ways to address them.

How can I show up as the best manager, leader, or version of myself during uncertain and stressful times ?

You aren’t alone. You are leading through a time where the pace and volume of change has never been greater. This will throw anyone off their game. Our team of experts shared their best coaching tips that will support you in playing your “A game” every day.

How can I balance my responsibilities at home while still making progress on my professional and personal goals?

With our home now not only serving as our sanctuary, but also our office, meeting room, schoolhouse, elder care facility, and quite frankly, psychologist’s office, how do we make sure we get everything done while also achieving our personal and professional goals? Learn how our team is making it happen. At least most of the time! Read More

How can I continue to learn while honoring shelter at home or social distancing mandates?

Have you always wanted to speak fluent Italian? To be a more patient leader? Or maybe you always promised yourself you would tour the world’s most amazing museums? Read tips on how our team has continued to learn while sheltering at home, wearing their masks, or keeping six feet apart.

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