As the year winds down, HR professionals and organizational leaders are balancing benefits updates, compliance checklists, and all the year-end tasks that demand attention—but there’s a powerful opportunity often overlooked: reflection. In this episode, we explore why pausing to reflect on the past year isn’t a luxury—it’s a strategic advantage.

We’ll discuss how looking back helps you uncover patterns, pinpoint what worked, and use challenges as data—not failures. Then, we’ll walk through how to turn that reflection into a practical, priorities-first planning process that positions HR as a strategic partner to the organization. From aligning goals with business direction to building processes that streamline your workload, you'll learn how to plan with intention instead of simply adding more tasks.

You’ll also discover how to guide your leaders and employees into the new year with clarity and confidence through transparency, training, communication, and culture reinforcement. And finally, we’ll focus on your personal leadership reset—setting boundaries, building habits, and identifying growth opportunities that strengthen you at the center of it all.

If you’re ready to chart 2026 with purpose and confidence, this episode offers the clarity, encouragement, and direction you need to make it your strongest year yet. Tune in and start planning with impact.

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The best leaders don’t just fix performance problems — they prevent them.

In this episode of The PeoplePro Podcast, Misty McCraw explores how proactive management builds strong teams and sustainable performance. Learn how setting clear expectations, giving consistent feedback, and recognizing effort can transform your workplace culture from reactive to resilient.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• What it means to lead proactively (and why it matters)
• Four leadership habits that naturally prevent underperformance
• How to spot early warning signs before they become major issues
• Practical ways to build a culture of accountability and trust

Takeaway:
Proactive leadership isn’t about control — it’s about clarity. When leaders set the tone early and often, performance becomes part of the culture, not a crisis to solve.

Resources Mentioned:
➡️ Register for our webinar: Performance Rx: Diagnosing and Solving Employee Underperformance Issues
📅 November 13 @ 12 PM CT
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Approved for SHRM & HRCI credits.

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When an employee starts to struggle, it can test even the most experienced leader. Do you coach, correct, or take formal action? How do you address performance problems without creating tension or losing trust?

In this episode of The PeoplePro Podcast, Misty breaks down how to handle performance challenges with clarity, consistency, and confidence. From understanding the real root causes of underperformance to having constructive, respectful conversations, you’ll learn the strategies HR professionals and people leaders need to turn problems into progress.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The six most common causes of underperformance (and how to spot them early)
• How to have effective performance conversations using the SBI Model
• The difference between coaching and discipline — and when each is appropriate
• How to balance accountability with empathy to build trust and results

Takeaway:
Managing performance isn’t about punishment — it’s about partnership. With the right mindset and process, you can help employees get back on track and strengthen your entire team.

Resources Mentioned:
➡️ Register for our upcoming webinar: Performance Rx: Diagnosing and Solving Employee Underperformance Issues
📅 November 13 @ 12 PM CT
🔗 Register Here

Approved for SHRM & HRCI credits.

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Connect with Misty & PeoplePro HR Solutions:
🌐 PeopleProHRSolutions.com

📱 LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram @PeopleProHRSolutions