Too often managers focus on the negatives or telling people what they’re doing wrong, instead of focusing on how to create the behaviours that will make sure that performance increases.

This session will firstly explain how our brains work and how to get the performance management message across while still maintaining motivation. It will address positive performance management that should be ongoing rather than just when it comes as a precursor to potentially ending the employment relationship. Then, we will explore the obligations of managers and employers; the actions that you need to take to safeguard high levels of performance, the warning signs to take notice of and the steps you need to take now.

Your expert guides

As Managing Director of Quarterdeck, Laura Bouttell is serious about inspiring people and pulls from her wide range of experience in the worlds of Academia, Policing and Business to help build better leaders and cultures for Quarterdeck's clients.

Mike Patterson is a Director at Berwins and heads up the firm's employment team. A recognised employment law specialist, leading industry guide, Chambers and Partners describes Mike as someone who is "very approachable and speak[s] in terms that a normal person understands, no jargon" - he combines exceptional client care with empathy and legal expertise to ensure clients receive a professional, approachable service.

Who is this event for?

This event, along with the others in this people focused series is ideal for anyone who manages people or supports those who do - business owners, directors and managers; HR directors and managers along with HR advisors and other associated professionals.

Why not explore the rest of the series?

This event is the second in a series of three. Over spring 2021, we will also be running the following sessions:

The 'letting you go' conversation (Mon 26th April)

There are a number of conversations which are difficult to have. We explore these and the business alternatives - sign up here.