Performance review: Every manager's nightmare Bestseller

A new approach to appraisals

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  • Overview

    This video training resource will...

    Change the way every person in your organisation approaches appraisals.


    Help managers get better outcomes from appraisals

    Every organisation has a different kind of performance review system. Even so, the reaction to reviews is often the same - one of horror. Performance review sets out to encourage individuals to think about reviews in a new, more positive way.

    In two distinct parts - one for managers and one for appraisees - this amusing drama uses memorable characters to demonstrate different behaviours and techniques, and shows the equally crucial role that both sides have to play.

    Help for managers
    Part one: every manager's nightmare is aimed specifically at managers who know the importance of an employee's performance review, but usually find them fairly painful to do. By making them less confrontational and more productive, managers will be able to fearlessly deal with all performance reviews.

    Classic 'difficult' characters in action are shown with simple and effective strategies for getting them on-side. Through these characters we are able to demonstrate key review techniques managers can develop.

    For information on Part two: Every appraisee's dream


    Use the Performance Review video if you want...

    -Managers and appraisees to approach performance reviews with positivity and enthusiasm
    -Productive performance reviews that re-motivate and re-energise staff


    Training resources include

    The video (30 mins)
    Course leader's guide (PDF)
    Delegate worksheets
    PowerPoint slides
    Self-study workbook


    Featuring Hugh Laurie

    A Video Arts production featuring Hugh Laurie, Andy Taylor, Jennifer Hennessey, Beverley Hills and Joanna Brookes. Release date: 2003

  • Learning chapters

    1. An introduction to performance review http://www.videoarts.com/product/INT12 L01/An-introduction-to-performance-review http://www.videoarts.com/images/products/performance_review_web.jpg
      The purpose of performance reviews and the difference between a good and bad one.... (read more)
    2. Silent Steve http://www.videoarts.com/product/INT12 L02/Silent-Steve http://www.videoarts.com/images/products/performance_review_web.jpg
      We meet Silent Steve in his performance review and we see the problem with a quiet employee.... (read more)
    3. The way to approach Steve http://www.videoarts.com/product/INT12 L03/The-way-to-approach-Steve http://www.videoarts.com/images/products/performance_review_web.jpg
      We meet Silent Steve in his performance review and we see the problem with a quiet employee and the steps to getting the silent employee to open up.... (read more)
    4. Non-stick Nigel http://www.videoarts.com/product/INT12 L04/Non-stick-Nigel http://www.videoarts.com/images/products/performance_review_web.jpg
      We meet Non-stick Nigel, the candidate who never makes mistakes or admits them in his performance review.... (read more)
    5. The way to deal with Nigel http://www.videoarts.com/product/INT12 L05/The-way-to-deal-with-Nigel http://www.videoarts.com/images/products/performance_review_web.jpg
      We meet Non-stick Nigel, the candidate who never makes mistakes or admits them in his performance review. The way to deal with Nigel is stick to his performance - and have the facts to hand.... (read more)

    6. Bored Betty http://www.videoarts.com/product/INT12 L06/Bored-Betty http://www.videoarts.com/images/products/performance_review_web.jpg
      We meet Bored Betty, in her performance review, but why is she so bored?... (read more)
    7. The way to approach Betty http://www.videoarts.com/product/INT12 L07/The-way-to-approach-Betty http://www.videoarts.com/images/products/performance_review_web.jpg
      We meet Bored Betty, in her performance review: how to approach her.... (read more)
    8. Defensive Dennis http://www.videoarts.com/product/INT12 L08/Defensive-Dennis http://www.videoarts.com/images/products/performance_review_web.jpg
      We meet Defensive Dennis in his performance review, he feels there is no room for improvement, and doesn't take criticism very well.... (read more)
    9. How to tackle Dennis http://www.videoarts.com/product/INT12 L09/How-to-tackle-Dennis http://www.videoarts.com/images/products/performance_review_web.jpg
      We meet Defensive Dennis in his performance review. He feels there is no room for improvement and doesn-t take criticism very well. We learn how to tackle Dennis.... (read more)
    10. Weepy Wendy http://www.videoarts.com/product/INT12 L10/Weepy-Wendy http://www.videoarts.com/images/products/performance_review_web.jpg
      We meet Weepy Wendy in her performance review. She doesn't take criticism very well, and she controls the interview by crying.... (read more)

    11. The way to handle Wendy http://www.videoarts.com/product/INT12 L11/The-way-to-handle-Wendy http://www.videoarts.com/images/products/performance_review_web.jpg
      We meet Weepy Wendy in her performance review. She doesn't take criticism very well, and she controls the interview by crying. We learn the way to handle Wendy.... (read more)
    12. Bolshie Becky http://www.videoarts.com/product/INT12 L12/Bolshie-Becky http://www.videoarts.com/images/products/performance_review_web.jpg
      We meet Bolshie Becky in her performance review. She's looking for a fight and we see how easily she can push to get just that.... (read more)
    13. The way to manage Becky http://www.videoarts.com/product/INT12 L13/The-way-to-manage-Becky http://www.videoarts.com/images/products/performance_review_web.jpg
      We meet Bolshie Becky in her performance review. She's looking for a fight and we see how easily she can push to get just that. We learn the techniques to manage Becky.... (read more)
    14. Summary http://www.videoarts.com/product/INT12 L14/Summary http://www.videoarts.com/images/products/performance_review_web.jpg
      A summary of the lessons on performance reviews.... (read more)

  • e-learning course

    Module preview

    Each e-learning course uses Video Arts memorable video content and includes thought-provoking questions that ensure the user is learning and being challenged.

    Bite-size modules allow individuals to go at their own pace as they work their way through the demonstrations, tutorials and video clips.

    Each e-learning title includes:

    • Pre-test to establish current knowledge and determine which modules the learner needs to complete
    • Test results and summary notes at the end of each module
    • Glossary of commonly used terms and key video clips
    • Final knowledge check to test retention
    • Full tracking and reporting capabilities

    e-learning course contains:

    Part 1

    • Trailer
    • Pre-test
    • Introduction
    • Silent Steve
    • Bored Betty
    • Weepy Wendy
    • Non-stick Nigel
    • Defensive Dennis
    • Bolshie Becky
    • Resource summary and action plan
    • Knowledge check

     

    Part 2

    • Trailer
    • Pre-test
    • Introduction and objectives
    • Preparation about the past
    • Preparation about the present
    • Plans and aspirations for the future
    • Knowledge check
       

     

    We provide access to full tracking and reporting so you can keep up-to-date with the learner’s progress. All our courses are fully SCORM-compliant for use with learning management systems and virtual learning environments.

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