Transform your approach to performance by creating systems that adapt to real human behavior. Discover how to foster emotional connections, design for sustainability, and identify patterns that drive success while prioritizing people over metrics. Emotional contracts-the agreements we make when we're motivated to support each other-are the glue that hold organizations together. Most systems fail not due to poor design, but because they are built for idealized humans who do not exist. In Performance Is Personal, Chad T. Dyar challenges the conventional wisdom that performance systems must be rigid and impersonal. Instead, Dyar emphasizes the importance of understanding actual human behavior-what environments help us thrive, innovate, and contribute meaningfully. Dyar's approach is refreshingly human-centric, advocating for systems that are flexible and responsive to the complexities of real life. He explores the hidden patterns that can either fuel or fracture success, offering practical strategies for designing better management systems. For the leader, manager, or consultant, Performance Is Personal comes ready with tools to build systems that serve individuals. Dyar's insights will resonate with anyone who has felt like a cog in a malfunctioning machine, reminding us that the issue lies not within people, but within the system itself. Get ready to embrace a new paradigm that values humanity, fosters growth, and ultimately leads to a more engaged and productive workforce.