Season 1 – Episode 15: The Workplace Steroid This week, we discuss our different tastes in pancakes - what does Jimmy’s preference for vegan delights and James’s taste for galettes say about us? We also talk about Reward and Recognition - what is the difference between the two, and what behaviours and outcomes they drive. They’re like steroids. They will turbocharge behaviours, but are they the behaviours you want? Do large corporate incentives work, or are they a waste of money? We also discuss what works, a simple thank you for a job done well (see what we did there) and creating an environment where your staff can feel and be successful. If you have any questions or comments or need … [Read more...]
Are Your Goals as SMART as You Think?
Season 1 – Episode 8: The Pitfalls of Goal Setting In our second festive episode, we focus on 'setting you up for success' in 2024 by exploring the subject of goals. We discuss the value of goals and the risks they create, then talk through the 'how to' so you can set goals personally or professionally… for both you and your teams and maximise your chances of achieving them. Transcript James: 0:03 hello, I'm James. Jimmy: 0:04 Hi, I'm Jimmy. James: 0:05 Welcome to A Job Done Well, Jimmy: 0:08 The podcast about the world of work and how to improve the daily grind. James: 0:13 Right. Good morning. How was your holiday? Did you have a good … [Read more...]

