Free manager resources for new Managers

Illustration of a manager selecting tools and documents from a bookshelf representing essential manager resources such as feedback guides, coaching templates, checklists, and goal-setting tools.

The CEO isn’t here to save you I operate on a simple principle: you have to do what you can with what you have. Let’s be honest, rare are the companies that actually prepare new managers for their duties. Most just hand over the title and hope for the best. To fill that gap, I’ve … Lire plus

The Recruitment Process Made Simple for Managers

Illustration of the recruitment process showing applications, shortlist, interviews, and job offer stages along a hiring journey roadmap.

Key takeaways The Recruitment process is part of Monday Simon Manager Development Program:👉 Module 6: Recruitment in practice. What is a Recruitment Process?  The recruitment process is all the steps required to perform a recruitment from its request until its successful placement. I usually include the onboarding steps in the recruitment process too. To make … Lire plus

Structured Interview : The Proven Way to Hire Smarter and Reduce Mis-Hires

Illustration of a manager preparing a structured interview using predefined questions, evaluation criteria, and a scorecard.

Key takeaways The Structured interview is part of Monday Simon Manager Development Program:👉 Module 6: Recruitment in practice. When interviews turn into “nice conversations” and remain at the surface level, everyone leaves feeling good until the wrong person shows up on Monday and productivity drops. This is why structured interviews exist.  What is a Structured … Lire plus

How to Create an Effective Individual Development Plan (IDP)

Illustration of a manager guiding an employee from current role to future goals using an Individual Development Plan (IDP).

Key takeaways The Individual Development Plan (IDP) is part of Monday Simon Manager Development Program:👉 Module 3: Team development training An Individual Development Plan (IDP) is nothing less than a personalized action plan designed to help employees develop their skills and competencies for career growth and to meet performance goals.  Download Huneety learning IDP template.  … Lire plus

Probation Objectives Made Simple: Set Clear Expectations for New Recruits

Manager reviewing probation objectives and discussing probation status with an employee.

Key takeaways The Probation objectives is part of Monday Simon Manager Development Program:👉 Module 6: Recruitment in practice. What Are The Probation Objectives  The probation is the last, crucial test before you commit to a new employee. Too many managers treat it like extended training, letting it drift by with vague check-ins. Then, 4 months … Lire plus

Behavioral Interview Guide: Ask Better Questions and Predict Real Performance

Manager conducting a behavioral interview and evaluating responses with a checklist.

Key takeaways The Behavioral Interview is part of Monday Simon Manager Development Program:👉 Module 6: Recruitment in practice. When to Use the Behavioral Interview A behavioral interview is a structured interview, but focused on behaviors. You are assessing candidates by asking them to describe real past situations that show how they think, act, and solve … Lire plus

High Potential Employees: How to Identify and Develop Your Future Leaders

Illustration of a high potential employee with strong leadership indicators and career growth.

Key takeaways The High-Potential is part of Monday Simon Manager Development Program:👉 Module 5: Performance management for managers What is a High Potential  High potential, or ‘HiPo’ are employees who not only perform well today but have the capacity to take on leadership roles in the future. They exhibit: High potentials are not just about … Lire plus

High Performers: Your Ultimate Advantage for Team Success

Illustration of a high performer leading the team, holding a checklist and torch as a symbol of excellence

Key takeaways Managing High performers is part of Monday Simon Manager Development Program:👉 Module 5: Performance management for managers What is a High performer High performers produce more value than the rest of the team. Being a high performer means having a mix of talent and behavior that makes the individual stand out consistently. They are … Lire plus