And so to end a week of focusing on your team, here's a lovely tip for you: reclaim your lunch. Take a break, leave your desk, go for a walk (and not just to get a sandwich to then eat at your desk), actually get some space. It doesn't have to be the full hour… Continue reading Reclaim your lunch
Month: November 2018
Appraisal: outputs
During the appraisal meeting make sure you take notes of the key discussion points and any agreed actions. You need to refer to these during your proceeding one-to-one meetings. However the most crucial output needs to be a set of objectives that will take the team member forward over the next six months. This is… Continue reading Appraisal: outputs
Appraisals: no surprises please
Todays tip is short and to the point. The topics that you discuss during an appraisal should not come as surprise. This is particularly important when dealing with issues or difficulties. What I mean by this is that you shouldn't store up bad news for the appraisal but dealt with as it arises in your… Continue reading Appraisals: no surprises please
Appraisals: the sound of silence
And so the day of the appraisal arrives. If you've followed my previous posts and and completed all the preparation then you should feel ready for the meeting. Set the tone of the meeting to ensure that your team member feels relaxed and ready to talk. Use the walk to the meeting room or other… Continue reading Appraisals: the sound of silence
Appraisals: never cancel
I want to discuss the importance of keeping the appointment once it has been set. Once you have both committed to this valuable event, cancelling or postponing it can give the impression to your team member that their work and effort is not important and therefore doesn't warrant evaluation. Which in turn can lead to… Continue reading Appraisals: never cancel
