Most companies are not paying out big bonuses this year, if they're paying anything at all. Exacerbating the situation is that many employees saw their salaries frozen during 2009. They're anxious, to say the least.
So how do managers throughout the company have conversations with employees as the year comes to a close?
Here are some thoughts:
First, don't duck the discussions. Employee anxiety only gets worse in the absence of credible information. You and your people must fill the void. No discussion ...