5.I conduct a semi-annual performance management process with all employeesYesNo

6.I have documented grievance, discrimination, workplace bullying & sexual harassment policies in placeYesNo

7.I have a written termination procedure and policy in placeYesNo

8.My employees have been trained and understand that we do not accept discrimination, workplace bullying & sexual harassmentYesNo

9.Minor workplace issues are not taking to much of my timeYesNo

10.We have low employee turnover compared to our industry averageYesNo

11.I provide my employees with regular constructive feedback and reward them where appropriateYesNo

RATINGS

11 from 11well done

10 from 11well done, almost there

9 from 11very good and tie up loose ends

8 from 11good and you must tighten up these loose ends

7 from 10you have a high risk profile, take action

6 or less from 11remedial action urgently required to ‘protect’ your business

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Philip Lye is Director of Biz Momentum Pty Ltd and provides professional management services for -

•Strategic Human Resource Management •Employee Relations Advice •Workplace Health & Safety Compliance Strategies •Management Skills Training

Simple does not mean easy Just as OODA loop concept can be seen as a simple process, so can getting organized. However, simple does not mean easy.

Observing your own habits or repetitive behaviors is more difficult for some than others. Orienting yourself to big picture as well as required detail involves a synergistic approach that can be both challenging and frustrating. Decision-making speaks directly to what I call 'behavioral organizing'…whose biggest demon is procrastination. And last but certainly not least, taking action and moving forward is something that requires us engaging in all three of previous steps.

The cost? The costs of not organizing are plentiful and rooted in how we manage our time. Downtime of revenue producing staff, higher expenses, missed opportunities, slower response time in customer service, poor team performance, stress and frustration just to name a few. In general, lower productivity accompanied by high-priced stress.

So…is your OODA loop working?

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