Handling Difficult Performance Conversations

Have you ever found yourself dreading a conversation with a team member about their performance? You’re not alone. Difficult performance conversations aren’t easy for anyone. However, knowing how to have an effective one is crucial for employee development and team success. In this course, you’ll learn how to plan for your difficult performance conversation. You’ll also discover how to collaborate with your team member to identify challenges and brainstorm solutions. Finally, you’ll discover how to structure the conversation to ensure it stays productive and positive. After taking this course, you’ll be able to approach difficult performance conversations with confidence, ensuring they lead to positive outcomes for both the employee and the team.
This course is part of the Performance Conversations Pocketbook series, a series that provides tips, tools, and techniques to bring about outstanding employee achievement through focused and motivational conversations.