How To Manage High Performers

High performing talent can make or break a project’s success—or an entire organization’s success. Recent research suggests that high performers aren’t just a little bit more productive, they are drastically more productive than average. One study found high performers created 400 percent more value than their average counterparts. But it’s not enough to merely attract high performers and set them loose. Even the best employees need support and supervision from their leaders. In this episode, we’ll outline how to manage high performers with six tactics any leader can apply that make a big difference in turning potential into productivity. 0:00 Introduction 1:22 Give Expectations Clearly 2:12 Offer Autonomy Openly 3:37 Adjust Workload Accordingly 5:05 Talk Development Frequently 6:33 Give Feedback Regularly 7:25 Promote Purpose Prosocially 9:14 Conclusion At first glance, these six tactics may not seem unique to high performers. It may seem like every employee would respond well to these tactics. And that’s true. These tactics speak to the core of what motivates and empowers everyone. But high performers know a secret that many of their colleagues have yet to learn. They know that they need the company less than the company needs them. And so, they’re more likely to leave quickly if they’re not being motivated or empowered. Recognizing this, the smartest leaders turn these six tactics into regular habits. And in doing so they build a team where everyone—whether high performers or future high performers—can do their best work ever. //DO YOUR BEST WORK EVER If you liked this video and you want to help your team do their best work ever, check out the free resources we've compiled at https://davidburkus.com/resources //LIKE THE SHIRT? Get yours at https://shopdavidburkus.com //ABOUT DAVID One of the world’s leading business thinkers, David Burkus’ forward-thinking ideas and bestselling books are helping leaders and teams do their best work ever. He is the best-selling author of four books about business and leadership. His books have won multiple awards and have been translated into dozens of languages. His insights on leadership and teamwork have been featured in the Wall Street Journal, Harvard Business Review, USAToday, Fast Company, the Financial Times, Bloomberg BusinessWeek, CNN, the BBC, NPR, and CBS This Morning. Since 2017, Burkus has been ranked as one of the world’s top business thought leaders by Thinkers50. As a sought-after international speaker, his TED Talk has been viewed over 2 million times. He’s worked with leaders from organizations across all industries including Google, Stryker, Fidelity, Viacom, and even the US Naval Academy. A former business school professor, Burkus holds a master’s degree in organizational psychology from the University of Oklahoma, and a doctorate in strategic leadership from Regent University. //SPEAKING Like what you heard? Find more on David's speaking page (and find out about bringing him to your company or event) at https://davidburkus.com/keynote-speaker/ //CONNECT + LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidburkus/ + Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/davidburkus + Facebook: http://www.FB.com/DrDavidBurkus + Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DavidBurkus //MUSIC "Appreciate That" by David Cutter https://www.davidcuttermusic.com