TRAINING
Effective Appraisals Training
Great appraisals can improve team effectiveness, reduce costs and change the course of careers.
OVERVIEW
Give your team the skills to lead productive appraisals
Effective appraisals provide a critical opportunity for managers to recognise achievements, set clear expectations, and guide career growth. Without the right approach, appraisals can feel like a box-ticking exercise, leading to disengagement and missed opportunities for improvement.
Our Delivering Effective Appraisals course is designed to equip managers with the skills and confidence needed to run meaningful appraisal meetings that drive performance, foster open communication, and strengthen employee relationships.
Unlike generic training programmes, our course is tailored to the specific needs of your organisation, ensuring each participant gains the practical skills required to lead impactful conversations.
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Course Content: Effective Appraisals training
Participants in our Delivering Effective Appraisals course will gain the confidence and practical tools to:
- Prepare thoroughly for appraisal meetings, including setting clear objectives.
- Deliver constructive feedback that motivates and inspires growth.
- Use active listening skills to understand employee perspectives.
- Set realistic, measurable goals that align with both individual and company targets.
- Manage difficult conversations with tact and professionalism.
- Follow up effectively to ensure lasting improvements.
- Build a culture of trust and openness that drives long-term success.
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EXPERTS
Who delivers the effective appraisals training at Further?
All of our communication skills training is delivered by a trainer that is expert in their own, very specific area of communication skills.
WHY?
Why effective apprasials matter
Well-planned and conducted appraisals provide a huge range of benefits, including:
- Boosting employee morale and retention by recognising achievements.
- Identifying and addressing performance issues before they escalate.
- Aligning individual goals with broader organisational objectives.
- Creating a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.
- Building stronger manager-employee relationships through open dialogue.
THE CHALLENGE
How do I know if my team needs effective appraisal skills training?
If your managers or team leaders are experiencing any of the following challenges, it might be time to contact Further and invest in appraisal training:
- Struggling to provide constructive feedback without causing defensiveness.
- Missing opportunities to recognise and reward high performance.
- Facing resistance or disengagement during appraisal meetings.
- Inconsistent or unclear performance expectations.
- High staff turnover or low employee morale.
GOING FURTHER
What additional support will your people receive?
Following the training, all participants will receive follow-up notes and feedback, a personal online coaching session and access to our full library of communication skills resources.
This additional support is all focused on ensuring that the new skills that your team discover during the training are successfully applied in practice within their roles.
RESULTS
How is the success of the training measured?
We measure the confidence and competence of all learners before, during and after the training session.
The results are recorded, analysed and presented to you in an easy-to-read report.
Our goal is to ensure that all of the training that we deliver is as effective as possible and that you can clearly demonstrate the impact that your learning and development budget has achieved.
FURTHER READING
Not ready to book training just yet?
If you’re still exploring the value of effective appraisals, here are two highly recommended books on the topic:
"Radical Candor" by Kim Scott
A practical guide to providing honest, direct feedback without sacrificing kindness and empathy.
"Drive" by Daniel H. Pink
An insightful look into what truly motivates people and how to tap into that potential through effective leadership.
Ready to equip your managers with the skills they need to lead productive, meaningful appraisals?
Get in touch to discuss how we can tailor this course to your specific needs.
