Making the Most of your Appraisal

(PDR / Performance Review)

Why you should take this course

Performance review meetings can bring out a range of emotions in team members and managers alike. A successful appraisal starts a long time before the meeting itself. By planning and managing our own performance, learning and development throughout the year we can ensure we stay on track with our work and our career.  

Who’s it for?

This course is suitable for anyone preparing for their annual appraisal or performance development review.

What you’ll learn

Key topics covered on this course:

UNDERSTAND THE PROCESS AND PURPOSE

Know what to expect from your appraisal / PDR

REVIEW OUR JOB PERFORMANCE

Practical tools and techniques for looking back over your year

How to stay realistic and in control when review your past performance

UNDERSTANDING YOUR OWN NEEDS

What career stage you’re at and where you’re going next

Being realistic about what your manager can offer you

Why it’s okay to not want to progress at work

PLANNING AHEAD

Practical tools and techniques for planning the year ahead

Identifying opportunities for development and career progression

Planning for the performance review meeting itself

MAKE THE MEETING SUCCESSFUL

What to expect from your line manager during performance review

Holding your line manager and employer to account

How to conduct yourself during the appraisal if things don’t go well

Course details

You must have access to a camera & microphone to partake