Work occupies a disproportionate part of our lives. And, of course, we want to be good at the things we spend a lot of time on, so work performance is top of mind for many people. Yet with constantly ...

In an era defined by data and precision, you need more effective methods to unlock the potential that each employee possesses. Performance analytics can help. The Fast Company Executive Board is a ...

Life has changed drastically for all of us and it’s affecting employee performance. You’ve tried to create a kinder, more “human” environment in the midst of a changing work reality. Perhaps you’re ...

It might sound obvious, but it’s worth stating: Every time you evaluate something, you’re comparing it to something else. Sometimes, that comparison is overt—a product that is being sold for 25% off ...

As a manager, it’s tough when one of your employees struggles. Whether it’s due to a decrease in their work quality, missed deadlines or a poor attitude, there comes the point when something has to be ...

Technological advances have the ability to impact how individuals go about their daily lives. This includes how they complete tasks around the home and at work. For small businesses, the introduction ...

Researchers combined multiple meta-analyses of the five big personality traits and examined their effect on job performance. Researchers examined the effect of personality traits — conscientiousness, ...

Since 85% of success in work depends precisely on the employee’s soft skills, determining the critical personality factors for a specific position worries both employers and job candidates seeking ...

Johnny C. Taylor Jr. tackles your human resources questions as part of a series for USA TODAY. Taylor is president and CEO of the Society for Human Resource Management, the world's largest HR ...