Effective Appraisal Skills

Effective Appraisal Skills

The purpose of this course:

Appraisal is a key part of performance management. This workshop explains why we do appraisals, what preparation is needed and put a structure around the communication skills needed during appraisal meetings.

Benefits for your organisation:

The course aims to provide Business Owners, Line Managers and Leaders with the skills they need to approach appraisals with confidence. Staff who have regular and effective appraisals are more likely to feel engaged and be more productive, and are less likely to leave an organisation.

Who is this course for?

It is suitable for Line Managers and Leaders at all levels as well as Business Owners who want to build commitment, motivate and develop their people in order to achieve business goals and retain good staff.

What will the course cover?

  • The benefits of having appraisals
  • Motivation
  • Having the required skills
  • Preparation and planning
  • Giving and receiving feedback
  • Setting SMART objectives
  • Development plans

By the end of the course, delegates will be able to:

  • Understand the benefits of having appraisals
  • Knowing what skills are required
  • Understand effective feedback
  • Set SMART objectives
  • How to discuss careers
  • What to do about poor performance

Timings: 9:30am – 1:00pm

Member: £150 + VAT

Non-Member: £199 + VAT

For more information, or to book a place on this course, call us on 01604 490490 or email training@northants-chamber.co.ukChamber members can book online.

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