At Novanta, performance and development are not one-time events. They are an ongoing process of continuous feedback and coaching that helps our people play into their strengths, reach ambitious goals, and build new capabilities for long-term success.
We believe that regular, meaningful conversations are essential for growth—for individuals, teams, and our company. When leaders engage consistently, provide clear feedback, and coach for development, our people feel empowered to take ownership of their performance and their future.
As Jonathan Martha, the President and General Manager of our Advanced Surgery business, put it, “Leaders have a unique responsibility to develop and support their teams. That means making performance management a top priority, one of the most critical things we do in our roles.”
Continuous feedback is not just about correcting course. It is about recognizing achievements, celebrating progress, and building trust through open, honest communication. “If we have been having ongoing, honest conversations, the discussion should always feel straightforward. That is a sign of great performance management.,” Jonathan shares.
This approach embodies The Novanta Way and our core values. We demonstrate our value of Be Real by giving and receiving feedback with openness and respect. We Keep Our Promises, another of our values, by following through on development goals. We Stretch for the Limit by using coaching to unlock new potential. And we show how to Be a Great Team by learning and improving together.