Introduction
A successful appraisal process requires the active and positive participation of appraiser and appraisee. It is rare to find employees that are genuinely looking forward to their appraisal. Even those who believe that they are deserving only of praise still typically suffer some wariness before the interview. In the same way that a well-prepared appraiser will improve the effectiveness of the process, time invested in preparing the appraisee will reap rich rewards.
This programme is designed to help everyone who will be receiving an appraisal to get more from it and therefore, offer a greater contribution to the organisation. The main objectives are to both inform and motivate.
Learning Outcomes On successful completion of the programme, participants will be able to:
Explain the purpose and personal benefits to them of effective appraisal
Apply their own appraisal system and process
Define the two roles that are necessary to make appraisals effective
Assess objectively their own performance and prepare themselves for the appraisal meeting
Participate actively and constructively in the appraisal meeting
Contribute to clarifying and agreeing goals
Agree realistic action plans
Commit to relevant development and training plans
Programme Content
Participants cover the purpose and benefits of an effective appraisal system. They discuss the downsides of a "one-way" appraisal and the advantages of active, appraisee participation. They will, if appropriate, review the documentation to ensure that they are able to make the system work for them. They receiving and giving feedback on performance, how to handle un-useful feedback and how to arrive at agreement with their manager on goals, targets, and development plans.
