

- Clearly explain upcoming changes in order to prepare them.
- Give rewards in terms of things.
- Make an effort to get to know them and their needs.
- Allow them the opportunity to finish the tasks started.
- Assign them fewer, larger projects.
- Encourage their contribution in meetings.
- Involve them in the long-term planning.
- Work to stretch them carefully to new heights.
- Create a non threatening environment, allowing disagreement.
- Reward them for good work habits.
- Clearly define parameters and requirements of the task.
- Assign them to work with a small group of people.
- Do not switch them from team to team.
- Praise in public, rebuke gently in private.