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The risk of unrealistic expectations and how to avoid it

Striking a balance

Setting goals which push staff to achieve their best can lead to very positive results. However, some effects of setting unrealistic goals in the short run can include missed delivery date, reduced work quality and increase in absenteeism.

Follow these 6 steps to avoid setting unrealistic expectations:

1.

Recognise the issues

2.

Think before setting expectations

3.

Clearly define requirements

4.

Use your employee's experience

5.

Re-estimate the timeline

6.

Support your staff

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