⚖️ The A/C Strategy: Smart Team Management
LIP #90
Jul 16, 2025
Stop treating all team members the same way! Implement the A/C Strategy:
C Performers:
- Need more checking in (potential mistakes)
- Formal weekly email updates
- Monday: Planned accomplishments
- Friday: Actual results review
A Performers:
- Consistently surprise you positively
- Less formal communication needed
- More direct dialogue
- Greater autonomy
Benefits:
✅ Prevents micromanagement feelings
✅ Appropriate oversight for each tier
✅ More productive conversations with high performers
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