What are the objectives of Performance Management

Recognising and resolving performance problems can be the most challenging aspect of people management. The potential for personal conflict strikes fear into the hearts and minds of many managers.

This two-day programme will enable you to:

  •   Define the appraisal process
  •   Identify under-performance
  •   Define counselling
  •   Examine questioning techniques
  •   Identify where counselling stops and disciplinary proceedings begin
  •   Practise appraisal interviewing skills
  •   Practise disciplinary interviewing skills
  •   Practise counselling interviewing skills
  •   Identify appropriate timescales in accordance with legislation
  • What does Performance Management cover?

  •   Competency awareness
  •   Appraisal - what it is, what it is not, the process, initial review, collecting evidence, progress review, self-appraisal
  •   Developing trust
  •   Appraisal interview structure
  •   Counselling - definition, counselling interviewing skills, interview structure/setting, questioning techniques
  •   Disciplinary interviewing skills - structure of interview, rights of representation, union involvement, note-taking, timescales for action, skill practice, disciplinary timescales
  •   Agreeing the way forward - skill gaps, review date
  •   Staff Code of Conduct and Employment Law
  •   The importance of note-taking
  •   Fair and unfair dismissal
  • Who will benefit from attending Performance Management?

    Leaders, supervisors or managers responsible for planning and monitoring the performance of staff.

    Development Report: DISC - Employer-Manager

    Duration: 2 days

    Course fees: dependent on number of people booking, call for details.


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