What action should a manager take when a performer struggles to recognize when to act on a specific task?

In situations where a performer struggles to recognize when to act on a specific task, amplifying the input is a strategic way to enhance understanding and responsiveness. This method involves providing clearer signals or cues that indicate when a particular action needs to be taken. By increasing the input, the manager is effectively drawing attention to the task and its importance, making it more likely that the performer will recognize the cues leading to appropriate action.

Amplifying the input may include techniques like providing more frequent feedback, using visual aids, or offering reminders, all of which help the performer better see or hear when it's time to engage with the task. This approach helps build the performer’s awareness and reinforces the necessary behaviors without diminishing the task's complexity or imposing rigid directives.

On the other hand, making the task less difficult might simplify things too much and could lead to a lack of engagement. Mandating a course of action may not encourage the performer to develop their independent judgment and decision-making skills. Demonstrating the correct response can provide a model, but without the amplified input, the performer may still struggle to recognize when to act in different situations.