Course Outline
1. The significance of appraisal conversations in the human resources management process.
2. Periodic appraisal vs. ongoing appraisal.
3. Benefits of using a formalized appraisal conversation.
4. Preparation for the appraisal conversation.
- How to inform about the appraisal conversation
- Gathering information and arguments
- Identifying employee needs
- Objective of the appraisal conversation
- Planning the appraisal conversation
- Structure
5. How to lead an effective appraisal conversation
- Causes of errors in appraisal
- How to reduce subjectivity in assessment
- Styles of leading an appraisal conversation
- Giving and receiving feedback
- Formulating constructive criticism and praise
- Setting goals and creating development plans
- Leading a conversation with a 'difficult' employee.
6. Effective communication during the appraisal conversation.
7. Building a competence map based on the appraisal conversation.
8. Planning employee development.
9. Manager actions between periodic appraisal conversations.
- Establishing post-conversation agreements
- Conclusion for the future
- Evaluation of the conversation
- Consistent enforcement of the conversation agreements
Requirements
The course has a general character and participation does not require specialized knowledge.
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