• 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.