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Link Performance Management With Rewards and Recognition To Optimize The Performance Review Process   created at Feb 22, 2014   138   More and more, organizations are linking performance to compensation. This link, however, cannot effectively be established without the existence of sound performance management processes that are seen as fair and equitable. Clear documentation of progress...

Adequately Prepare and Train Your Managers To Optimize The Performance Review Process   created at Feb 22, 2014   108   Managing the performance of another individual is not an easy task and requires many skills. Training may be required to ensure managers feel adequately prepared to effectively complete all the tasks related to performance management. This is especially th...

Document is the killer application To Optimize The Performance Review Process   created at Feb 22, 2014   87   Note taking must be consistent and include all significant occurrences, positive or negative. Documentation is important to support performance decisions, and notes should be written with the intent to share. In addition to documenting the details of an oc...

Improve Productivity Through Better Goal Management To Optimize The Performance Review Process   created at Feb 22, 2014   127   Regular goal tracking allows for the opportunity to provide feedback as needed, make adjustments to performance plans, tackle obstacles and prepare contingencies for missed deadlines. Without a mechanism to regularly track progress against goals, the ongoi...

Begin with Performance Planning To Optimize The Performance Review Process   created at Feb 22, 2014   125   Using established goals as a basis, performance planning sets the stage for the year by communicating objectives, and setting an actionable plan to guide the employee to successfully achieve goals. Performance planning, as with all other steps, is a collab...

Set Goals Effectively To Optimize The Performance Review Process   created at Feb 22, 2014   131   Goals are the basis of an effective process. There are two key elements to consider when developing goals. First, are goals written clearly and objectively? Second, are they directly contributing to the achievement of business strategy? Clearly communicati...

Sample 360 degree feedback for performance assessment surveys   created at Feb 22, 2014   140   The evaluation forms for employees at different levels will have a lot of overlap in some areas, but differ significantly in other areas. Listed below are some sample 360 feedback survey categories, with examples of how the assessment items might differ fo...

If you want to copy clipboard image on livewriter as local image, use Clipboard Capture or Clipboard Live – Live Writer Plug-in   created at Jul 25, 2012   436   Recently I found a problem that the clipboard image is only copy the hotlink after upgrading my web browser. Actually I use FireFox usually, and the problem is found a couple of month ago. So I downloaded all the image for blogging purpose, and it’s too t...

Hive provides SQL-like query language on HDFS(Hadoop Distributed File System)   created at Mar 14, 2012   421   Hive defines a simple SQL-like query language, called QL, that enables users familiar with SQL to query the data. At the same time, this language also allows programmers who are familiar with the MapReduce framework to be able to plug in their custom mappe...

Apache HBase is a storage system, with roots in Hadoop, and uses HDFS for underlying storage.   created at Mar 01, 2012   359   Apache HBase is a storage system, with roots in Hadoop, from which it gets its "H". Though HBase uses HDFS for underlying storage, HBase is designed much more for fast and frequent access to blobs of binary data. It is an example of what most would call a ...

HDFS(Hadoop Distributed File System) is designed to run on commodity hardware – Low cost hardware   created at Feb 28, 2012   628   The Hadoop Distributed File System (HDFS) is a distributed file system designed to run on commodity hardware. It has many similarities with existing distributed file systems. However, the differences from other distributed file systems are significant. HDF...

Hadoop MapReduce is a software framework for processing vast amounts of data in-parallel on large clusters   created at Feb 28, 2012   500   Hadoop MapReduce is a programming model and software framework for writing applications that rapidly process vast amounts of data in parallel on large clusters of compute nodes. In other words, Hadoop MapReduce is a software framework for easily writing ap...

Apache Hadoop is designed to scale up from single servers to thousands of machines   created at Feb 28, 2012   344   The Apache Hadoop software library is a framework that allows for the distributed processing of large data sets across clusters of computers using a simple programming model. It is designed to scale up from single servers to thousands of machines, each off...

Sushi for pregnant woman   created at Dec 23, 2009   182   I would say no. Although the chances of getting a parasitic infection from eating sushi are slim, the consequences are severe enough that you wouldn't want to take the risk. Parasites live in the meat of raw fish. While sushi chefs are very careful, that d...

Deli meats for pregnant woman   created at Nov 18, 2009   181   It's not safe to eat precooked meats such as deli meats, hot dogs, and pâté when you're pregnant unless they're heated until steaming hot. Pregnant women are about 20 times more likely than other healthy adults to get listeriosis, and newborns – not mom...

The Lowdown on Caffeinated Sodas During Pregnancy   created at Nov 18, 2009   199   The short answer is: limit or avoid caffeinated sodas during pregnancy.During pregnancy,moderate caffeine consumption,generally defined as less than 200 milligrams per day,is typically considered acceptable,though individual sensitivities vary.However,exce...

The difference between Vedic astrology and Western astrology   created at Nov 09, 2009   774   First and foremost, Vedic astrology, Jyotish, is a Vedic science, inexorably connected to Vedic philosophy. As such, a spiritual orientation to the subject is woven into the fabric of all the systems and methods of the science. Vedic Astrology has many cat...

Makeup foundation tips   created at Oct 10, 2009   165   For better makup, following tips are useful.1) Test foundation along your jaw line - not on your hand and definitely not on the inside of your wrist. View it under different light settings. It must match the natural color of your neck.2) For easy transitio...

Well known PCOS Treatments   created at Oct 08, 2009   246   Birth Control Pills – For women that are not trying to conceive, birth control pills will help regulate the menstrual cycle, help reduce male hormones, and help with skin’s complexion and acne. Diabetes medications such as Metformin (or Glucophage) – Me...

The ideal christmas present for a teenage boyfriend   created at Oct 06, 2009   127   When considering the ideal Christmas present for a teenage boyfriend, there are several thoughtful options to explore that cater to his interests and preferences. One approach is to focus on his hobbies or passions. For instance, if he's a music enthusiast...

Wrapping an odd-shaped present   created at Oct 06, 2009   121   If it's an odd-shaped present, then it's harder to wrap. If it's a box, then you have it easy. If not, you can go to the dollar store and buy a gift box to put it in. If you still want to wrap that gift box, or if the present already comes in a box, here's...

Wrapping a Christmas present beautifully   created at Oct 06, 2009   175   It is all in the cutting of the paper, and the folding of it. You have to cut it just big enough to wrap the present. Make the folds crisp. No wadding or stuffing of the paper at the end. And don't tape the pkg box to the paper! Buy nice heavy paper, the c...

The age can you start wearing lipstick   created at Aug 31, 2009   120   You do what's best for you. You do not need anyone's approval. But remember, whatever you do today, it will reflect on who you are in the future. Not just with lipstick,but any other makeup, it can lead to premature aging. If you choose to wear lipstick an...

The best brand of lipstick for the price   created at Aug 30, 2009   113   Privately, Avon is recommended !! They have all different kinds of shades, and every shade comes in cool, shimmer, or warm tints. They have lip plumping, glosses, liners, age-defying, and other kinds. They are usually priced between 3 and 6 dollars, but ar...

Keeping Your High Heels Looking Pristine: Tips for Cleaning the Soles   created at Aug 27, 2009   116   To keep high heel soles pristine,regularly wipe them down with a damp cloth to remove surface dirt and dust.For tougher grime,use a soft-bristled brush and a mild soap solution,gently scrubbing the soles and rinsing thoroughly with clean water.Allow them t...

The best LASIK surgeon   created at Aug 26, 2009   73   Your regular ophthalmologist may be able to refer a good LASIK surgeon. You may also be able to find a list of surgeons in your local or online Yellow Pages. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration also offer a variety of links on their resource page (http: ...

When is LASIK not for me?   created at May 24, 2009   109   You are probably NOT a good candidate for refractive surgery if: You are not a risk taker. Certain complications are unavoidable in a percentage of patients, and there are no long-term data available for current procedures. It will jeopardize your career. ...

How to write the perfect love letter?   created at May 22, 2009   100   Writing the perfect love letter is a deeply personal and heartfelt endeavor that requires sincerity, creativity, and a genuine expression of emotions. While there's no one-size-fits-all formula for crafting the perfect love letter, there are several key el...

How can I justify sending a love letter using classical literature, preferably enabling me to quoting it in the letter ?   created at May 22, 2009   189   Love is all the justification you need for sending a love letter. I'm not sure that I understand your question, but I gather that you're looking for quotes about love letters and the reasons for sending them. Here are a few: "One night when there was a cle...

How is Hodgkin's disease diagnosed?   created at May 22, 2009   6,134   If Hodgkin's disease is suspected, the doctor will ask about your medical history and will do a thorough physical exam. Blood tests and x-rays of the chest, bones, liver and spleen will also be done. Tissue from an enlarged lymph node will be removed. This...