For Better Teamwork

Do you have an irritated colleague that you just can't stand looking at her? However, you are still hoping to get the best out of her because you can't change you job? :P

I used to have a colleague in my department which I just couldn't stand his working attitude and acting like his my boss, which in fact he's NOT! Most of the time, he would just sit and do nothing at the office, but he has 2 clerks to get all the things done. He's not even an executive but a senior staff. Mmm....you must be wondering why he has 2 clerks huh?

When I was hired, he felt threatened as I had a degree and was on a higher rank than him. He used to pick on me, so I really hate that! But then after some time, I pity him. He was working there for more than 5 years, and doesn't have many friends. He's alone most of the time, and had nothing much to do because my direct boss didn't like him too!

I guess everyone deserves a chance to change themselves into a better employee. So, maybe 360 degree feedback could help.

Most of us know someone who is really difficult to work with – not because they’re bad at their job necessarily, but because people can’t get along with them. You might hear people say “You think they’d get the message by now” – but it simply doesn’t work that way. And someone having a word with them often doesn’t work either because they just take it all the wrong way.
But a powerful new 360 degree feedback tool from Appraisal360 can make all the difference. Using the online system the individual fills in a structured questionnaire about their behaviour, attitudes and approach. Then the same questionnaire is emailed to six people who know the individual well and Appraisal360 compile a report based on all the inputs.
Because the feedback is anonymous people feel that they can be more honest and the individual is more likely to take the feedback on board if it comes from a range of people that they know and trust.
Richard Oppenheimer, Director of Appraisal360 said, “It’s very hard to hide from something if everybody is saying the same thing.”
But people often find that the feedback shows up qualities that they never realised they had too.
Richard went on to say: “360-degree feedback as part of your appraisal and development process you can bring some serious benefits to both your business and your people.”
• People gain much better self awareness by learning how their colleagues perceive them .
• People generally like 360 degree feedback. They take things less personally and are more likely to take on board what's been said.
• It helps people understand how their behaviour influences both their own personal effectiveness and how they impact the smooth running of the organisation.
• It improves communication within the organisation and encourages a more open culture where giving and receiving constructive feedback is the norm.
• It is a very powerful driver for change both for individuals and organisations as a whole.
The Appraisal360 system is entirely online, you can pay as you go with your credit card and is suitable for individuals, employers of all sizes and HR Professionals such as coaches and trainers.
You can try the system for free and you will only be asked for payment if you want to download the full feedback report.