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Your team member keeps missing performance optimization guidelines. How can you get them back on track?

When a team member consistently misses performance optimization guidelines, it's crucial to address the issue promptly and constructively. To help them realign their performance, consider these actionable strategies:

  • Set clear expectations: Clearly outline what is expected in terms of performance and provide specific examples.

  • Offer regular feedback: Schedule frequent check-ins to discuss progress and provide constructive feedback.

  • Provide training resources: Ensure they have access to the necessary tools, training, and support to improve.

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Your team member keeps missing performance optimization guidelines. How can you get them back on track?

When a team member consistently misses performance optimization guidelines, it's crucial to address the issue promptly and constructively. To help them realign their performance, consider these actionable strategies:

  • Set clear expectations: Clearly outline what is expected in terms of performance and provide specific examples.

  • Offer regular feedback: Schedule frequent check-ins to discuss progress and provide constructive feedback.

  • Provide training resources: Ensure they have access to the necessary tools, training, and support to improve.

How have you handled similar situations? Share your strategies.

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    Davide Turini

    Game designer, Communication designer, currently at MSc in Games at ITU, after earning a BSc in Communication Design.

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    To help a team member get back on track with performance optimization, start with a friendly, private conversation to understand their challenges—whether it’s unclear guidelines, feeling overwhelmed, or something else. Explain why optimization matters, highlighting its impact on the project and their growth. Offer support through tools, examples, or pairing them with an experienced teammate. Set clear, manageable goals and celebrate small wins along the way. Follow up with regular, approachable check-ins to provide guidance and encouragement. Creating a supportive environment helps them feel capable and motivated to improve.

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    Noreen Mazhar

    Digital Content Strategist | 12x Linkedin Top Voice | Lead Generation Expert | Reach the Top 1% | Expert SEO Strategies | Ensuring 100% Client Satisfaction

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    When a team member repeatedly misses performance guidelines, start by understanding their challenges. Offer constructive feedback, providing clear examples and actionable steps for improvement. Pair them with a mentor or organize training sessions to bridge knowledge gaps. Regularly review progress and celebrate improvements, however small. Create an environment of trust where they feel supported to grow, ensuring alignment with team goals and expectations.

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    Kirill Evdokimov

    Producer – Saber Interactive | GameDev Project Management | Console & PC | Tech and Gameplay

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    If none of the 'classic' strategies work, you can introduce a friendly competition or reward system to motivate them to meet performance guidelines. But it is always better to conduct a thorough analysis to identify any underlying issues that might be affecting their performance.

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    Noreen Mazhar

    Digital Content Strategist | 12x Linkedin Top Voice | Lead Generation Expert | Reach the Top 1% | Expert SEO Strategies | Ensuring 100% Client Satisfaction

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    To get a team member back on track with performance optimization, approach the situation with empathy and clarity. Have a one-on-one discussion to understand any obstacles they’re facing, whether technical or motivational. Offer guidance, provide the necessary resources, and set clear expectations moving forward. It’s essential to frame this as an opportunity for growth, with actionable steps and regular check-ins to ensure progress.

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    Onur Cengiz, PhD

    AI Engineer | Game and Software Designer

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    Addressing missed optimization guidelines requires a supportive and structured approach to realign focus and improve outcomes. • Identify underlying challenges: Discuss with the team member to understand if there are skill gaps, misunderstandings, or external factors causing the issue. • Collaborate on a plan: Work together to establish a clear action plan with achievable milestones to meet optimization goals. • Monitor progress closely: Set short-term goals and review results regularly to ensure improvements are on track and consistent. This method fosters accountability while providing the guidance needed to regain alignment with project standards.

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