Planning and preparation

In order for the appraisal meeting to be a success, there needs to be an understanding of what is required beforehand. Arriving to an appraisal review without having considered the conversation in advance is heading for problems.

These training materials look at the steps involved prior to running an appraisal review. Good planning and preparation are essential to ensure the meeting is conducted professionally, covers the key points and leads to the desired outcomes.

IN THIS MODULE:

• The ‘Which Step?’ card activity – an exercise to cover the steps of planning and preparing for an appraisal meeting.
• An exercise to put into practice what delegates have learnt about how to deal with employees who are in denial.

AIMS:

• Develop a structure for an appraisal review including the planning and preparation required.
• Illustrate how to deal with employees in denial.

Time

40 minutes.

Group Size:

Ideally 6-12 people.

USEFUL FOR:

Those with management responsibility.

YOU’ll NEED:

• “Which Step?” cards – PDF version included or select ‘training materials plus cards’ to have a professionally printed version posted to you.
• Blu-Tack – you will need to provide this.
• Trainer pack and handout.

SEE SAMPLE FROM THIS COURSE

This is module 2 from the managing appraisals course, all modules can be delivered as stand alone courses, unless otherwise specified.