In the last TaxTech-During the round-table discussion, the participants exchanged views on the topics of staff appraisals and personnel management in general. It became apparent that all of the Software manufacturers: a mix out classic face-to- Face-to-face meetings and digital tools. 

On Wednesday evening, the presenters Paul Liese (hsp) and Philip Hellmig (kanzlei.land) in the panel discussion, such as staff appraisals at Softorganised by manufacturers. 

When it comes to assessing performance individuals, so all the participantsenden the traditional face-to-face meeting held at regular intervals, for example every three, six or twelve Months. DifferenceThere are various ways of preparing for these meetings. Smaller software companies tend to discuss matters with their staff on a more spontaneous basis, such as how theyassesses his performance and how he could improve it. In companies with a larger number of employees For example, there is a list of questions to serve as a guide. In addition, a Five-Annual plan for every:n Staff:in which is drawn up and jointly reviewed each year. It sets out not only how salaries are expected to develop over the next five years,not only can, but also, what objectives are linked to it. For example: How does Staff? What is their approach to team management? Do they communicate, and if so, how?  

Appreciation for staff is the most important thing

To steer the conversation, the following was proposed:try to formulate clear questions in order to allay any reservations employees might have, particularly those who do not deal with this so oftenr Managing Directorung Be in contact. The questions might, for example, be: 

• What would you like to keep? 
• What would you like? 
• What can be done?be changed? 

AEven if the company does not have all Being able to fulfil wishes is a great sign of appreciation for Staff, provided that their suggestions are taken on board and, in some cases, put into practice. Generally speaking, all participants agreedenden in agreement on this, that the procedure for staff appraisals should be retained once a sound methodology has been established.  

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A regular event at which Staff Weekly meetings are held by all software manufacturers to discuss issues. Even if it’s only for a few minutes, this is a chance to discuss what has gone well – or not so well – in the company. However, without personal judgements. DWell, it’s simply a matter of learning from mistakes. These meetings are squite well suited to giving an impression of the To create a good atmosphere in the company.  

In addition, some software developers are turning to digital tools. For example, they use inspiration boards via Microsoft Teams, where everyone Staff Themcan submit suggestions, which are then discussed at the weekly meeting. Others use idea management tools to gather ideas aimed at optimising processes within the company. There, all employees can leave comments post or like. 

A prerequisite for this type of communication with the Staff is an open corporate culture in which every:r believes, the own to express an opinion. It is mainly older people who feel inhibited about doing so Staff:innern without Social-Media-a culture of using such digital tools. 

Salary is not a traditional long-term motivator

In the TaxTech-The topic of staff motivation was also raised during this round of discussions, and this is to be explored in greater depth in the next round. Everyone agreed: The Salary iIt is not a traditional long-term motivator. Rather, it must the:the Employees feel that the company is to him:you plans and does something together with to him:you wishes to achieve. Of course, individual, targeted measures also help to ensure that everyone Staff to motivate. Options could includeFor example, here, during the winter, you could rent an office for a few weeks in warmer climes, such as Mallorca, and get free back training or other Benefits.  

The topic Staff motivation is to be addressed in one of the next TaxTech-rounds will be revisiteden. Just as the Team-building can work when working from home. One idea, for example, was that Staff Thoughts on the subject of sustainability within the company, in order to establish a shared goal. 

Software development isn’t something that happens overnight; it takes a great deal of work to ensure that users can benefit from high-quality software. A lot is being set in motion to achieve this. You can help shape this development first-hand. Join us as a guest at the next TaxTech session on 26 May 2021 at 5 pm.