Conducting Annual Employee Reviews

Duration: 2hrs

The Conducting Annual Employee Reviews course offers a comprehensive guide for professionals on effectively managing and conducting employee performance evaluations. Beginning with foundational aspects, the course introduces the process of developing and implementing annual reviews, including setting benchmarks, agreeing upon performance standards, and conducting effective meetings. Participants will explore various review categories aligned with company mission and values, customer service, problem-solving, production, work style, resource management, communication skills, and teamwork. These modules are supplemented with case studies to provide practical insights into the application of these concepts.

In addition to covering the essentials of performance reviews, the course delves into common pitfalls such as various biases and errors that can affect evaluation outcomes. It also provides strategies for implementing successful pay-for-performance concepts and linking employee compensation to firm-wide returns. The later modules focus on effective communication of expectations, regular engagement with employees, and asking meaningful questions to gauge employee satisfaction. 

Wrapping up, the course consolidates the learning experience with a review of key lessons, action plans, and recommended readings, ensuring participants are well-prepared to conduct insightful and constructive annual employee reviews.