As the recession winds down, you’re probably thinking about future staffing needs. But before you start hiring, you need insight into your existing employees’ strengths and challenges as you change some roles and adopt new business strategies. Is your current team adaptable enough to evolve into savvy professionals comfortable with social media, advanced technology and unprecedented customer expectations?

NAB is pleased to partner with the Omnia Group to offer members the Development Opportunity Team Dynamics tool to help with both existing and future employees. This innovative product, offered by the Omnia Group, not only evaluates staff but also paints a clear picture of how each team member fits into your organization, and what you can do to increase their rate of success.

The first step toward gaining a better understanding of what drives an employee or maximizing a performance is to know yourself. With today’s wide range of personalities, ages and perspectives all converging in one workplace, it’s not just helpful, but necessary, to be certain your managerial tactics bring out the best in each team member. You’ll need to help Sales Pro A gain some technical knowledge or perhaps encourage Account Exec B to get online and start marketing via his “tweets.” Knowing who’s who matters and while it’s crucial to know your existing team it’s even more vital to know who you’re hiring. This means ensuring the next person you bring aboard will mesh with your needs, fill in your gaps and give you, at the outset, the high-level performance you need. It’s that simple.

Check out the Development Opportunity Team Dynamics tool today. If you are a manager and would like to try an assessment, NAB members can call Sean Neumayer at (800) 525-7117 ext 1242, or visit www.omniagroup.com.