Setting Clear Performance Goals & Expectations

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Setting Clear Performance Goals & Expectations

Duration: 1 day  | Maximum group size: 10 to 12 people

Course overview

The ability to set clear and measurable performance objectives is an essential skill for all managers to master if they are to get the best out of their team. Delegates will learn the importance of applying a structured approach to setting performance goals and targets.

Who would benefit from attending?

For managers who want to set SMART objectives and goals for both individual and team performance.

Core development objectives covered

  • Identifying different types of goal / target
  • End goals to increase personal productivity
  • Performance goals – identify milestones required to meet an end goal
  • The importance of giving ownership
  • Giving responsibility to increase motivation
  • Setting SMART objectives
  • Specific / Measurable / Achievable / Realistic / Time-bound
  • Monitoring & evaluating progress
  • Giving developmental feedback
  • Ensuring feedback is linked to observable behaviour
  • Keep feedback timely & objective
  • Understanding personal motivations
  • Development & continual improvement
  • Understanding the key principles of giving feedback
  • Be specific & objective
  • Ensure feedback is linked to observable behaviour
  • Using the AID model for giving feedback
  • Action / Impact / Desired behaviour

Other related subjects you may be interested in viewing

Teams & Team Performance 

Effective Performance Appraisals

Delivery methodology

Futureproof’s training workshops require all delegates to take a full and active role throughout. Our mix of trainer led discussion, facilitation, coaching and skills practice ensures that all delegates enjoy an interactive and supportive learning experience.


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