Courageous Conversations for Improving Performance - Practical Strategies
Unlock practical strategies for addressing underperformance and initiating difficult conversations in this webinar on improving performance. Gain insights on responding to performance discussions and fostering courage in professional interactions to enhance organizational excellence together.
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Webinar Courageous conversations for improving performance But I don t feel very brave! Nickii Messer D E V E L O P I N G E X C E L L E N C E T O G E T H E R
Practical ideas and advice for: Understanding the need for improved performance Becoming more confident in addressing underperformance Improved understanding of how people respond to performance conversations Developing strategies for initiating and managing difficult conversations 2 D E V E L O P I N G E X C E L L E N C E T O G E T H E R
The need for improved performance 3 D E V E L O P I N G E X C E L L E N C E T O G E T H E R
Being courageous is... Less about this... And more about this... 4 D E V E L O P I N G E X C E L L E N C E T O G E T H E R
NASBM Professional Standards NASBM Code of ethics In all activities, school business management professionals should... make the wellbeing and improvement of the life chances of pupils a basic principle in all decision-making and actions. NASBM (2015) D E V E L O P I N G E X C E L L E N C E T O G E T H E R
NASBM Professional Standards LEADING SUPPORT SERVICES Tier 3 Fosters and facilitates the development potential in others. Identifies and takes steps to deal with obstacles in a fair and equitable manner NASBM (2015) D E V E L O P I N G E X C E L L E N C E T O G E T H E R
So, thats why. Lets look at how... D E V E L O P I N G E X C E L L E N C E T O G E T H E R
Process Dissemination of key information the conversation Performance management and training Organisational values and improvement plan D E V E L O P I N G E X C E L L E N C E T O G E T H E R
Performance management Good performance management helps everyone in the organisation to know: what the business is trying to achieve their role in helping the business achieve its goals the skills and competencies they need to fulfil their role the standards of performance required how they can develop their performance and contribute to the development of the organisation how they are doing when there are performance problems and what to do about them. ACAS (2016) D E V E L O P I N G E X C E L L E N C E T O G E T H E R
Difficult conversations Regular reviews and support will help minimise under-performance. Nevertheless there may be occasions when, despite adequate support, an employee s performance consistently fails to reach the required standard. Where this is the case managers must not duck the issue. ACAS (2014) D E V E L O P I N G E X C E L L E N C E T O G E T H E R
Difficult conversations Performance management framework in place and followed! PM used as a process, not an event Check other policies are in place (e.g. capability) Make sure you are the right person to have the conversation Why is it difficult is it just your fear? Have planned conversations right time, right place Be aware deal with the root cause (five whys) Explain the problem facts, evidence Explain what is at stake Listen to understand Know outcome required - bottom line Have a plan of action, but be flexible 11 D E V E L O P I N G E X C E L L E N C E T O G E T H E R
Negative reactions When dealing with people, remember you are not dealing with creatures of logic, but creatures of emotion Dale Carnegie Incorrect facts Incorrect root cause Instinctive reaction Win-lose Guilty Feeling accused, picked on Fear especially lack of skills Not dealt with in time Surprises Unfair process Lack of trust In denial D E V E L O P I N G E X C E L L E N C E T O G E T H E R
Win win D E V E L O P I N G E X C E L L E N C E T O G E T H E R
Next steps Agree plan Confirm key points in writing Follow up meeting(s) Do what you promised Keep following the policies Keep it professional WWW, EBI Keep policies reviewed and updated D E V E L O P I N G E X C E L L E N C E T O G E T H E R
Starting point D E V E L O P I N G E X C E L L E N C E T O G E T H E R
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