Report shows high performance isn’t hired – it’s designed for and cultivated

Culture Amp has unveiled a new report that flips the script on high performance in the workplace. Their findings reveal that it’s not just about recruiting ‘superstar’ team members; instead, it’s all about setting the right conditions for everyone to thrive. With only 2% of employees sustaining high performance over time, leadership needs to create systems that support natural ebbs and flows in productivity.

Source: theHRD

Key Points

  • High performance is often a result of carefully designed organisational conditions rather than innate talent.
  • Only 2% of employees maintain high performance over multiple reviews, indicating its cyclical nature.
  • Employee engagement significantly correlates with high performance, with more engaged teams seeing higher outputs.
  • Feedback culture plays a crucial role, with high performers valuing feedback more than their lower-performing colleagues.
  • Leadership directly influences team performance, with strong leaders translating to high-performing teams.

Why should I read this?

If you’re in HR or management, this report is a game changer! It debunks the myth of the ‘superstar’ employee and shows that high performance is a team sport, cultivated through the right systems and cultures. Don’t let your talent go untapped—read on to discover how to create an environment where everyone can shine!