This is a time of year to reflect and plan ahead, and employees and managers alike can take advantage of this to prepare for a bright future.
For employees:
- Review your performance for the last year, and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Prepare to discuss your achievements and contributions with your supervisor. Have specific examples.
- Solicit feedback from your colleagues about what you do well, what contributions you’ve made that have impacted them and what you might contribute in the coming year, and where you might make improvements.
- Identify any changes that have had a significant impact on you over the last year. How can you use this information to improve your work-life balance, enhance your working conditions, and upskill moving forward?
For managers:
- Look for ways to give back to your community and identify specific actions you can take.
- Plan fun virtual team events – New Year’s celebration, 2021 trivia contest, happy hours, dessert parties, etc.
- Surprise your team with an unexpected gift, such as a cash bonus, time off, an extra gift card, etc.
