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Section : CASE STUDY - Resolving issues quickly
Domain : Human Resource Management
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This chunk is part of the section discussing best practices for managing underperformance in the workplace, specifically highlighting a case study of a technology business that implements a structured policy for addressing performance issues. It emphasizes the importance of initial discussions to identify the reasons for underperformance and the collaborative approach to developing action points to support employee improvement.
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A technology business has a policy that sets out a process for dealing with underperformance. The policy requires that the first conversation about a performance issue must focus on finding out why there has been a decline in performance. At the end of the discussion, the manager and employee need to agree on action points. At least 1 action point must be something the manager will do to support the employee. For example, the manager could arrange for the employee to work with a more senior colleague for 3 shifts. Under the policy the manager can't take any further steps (such as a performance improvement plan or giving a written warning) until the agreed actions have been completed. This approach allows performance issues to be addressed quickly and simply and helps build trust with the employee.
- What is the primary focus of the first conversation regarding underperformance according to the policy?
- What must the manager and employee agree on at the end of their discussion about performance issues?
- Can the manager take further steps like a performance improvement plan before the agreed actions are completed? Why or why not?
- How does the policy aim to address performance issues quickly and simply?
- What is one example of an action point that a manager might agree to in support of an employee?
- In what ways does this policy help in building trust between the manager and the employee?
- What are the potential consequences if the agreed actions are not completed?
- How might this policy impact the overall work environment in the technology business?
- What are the benefits of having a structured process for dealing with underperformance?
- How does the policy ensure that the employee feels supported during the performance review process?