For this reason, team members assign them between each other and spend precious working hours moving tasks around, without actually following up on them or getting things done. This phenomenon boils down to one solution: assigning employees straightforward, structured, organized tasks.
Every employee should receive work that is easy to understand, follow up on, and get done. A deadline is an effective way to set standards of operation, an “open door policy” is always a great idea to encourage communication. The best way to set these aspects in place is through management apps that deliver.
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