The challenge:
An employee consistently misses deadlines, but the manager avoids the conversation until the annual review.
What effective performance management looks like:
The leader schedules a timely check-in and says:
“I’ve noticed deadlines slipping. What’s getting in the way, and what support do you need to stay on track?”
The result:
Issues are addressed early, obstacles are identified, and the employee feels supported rather than blindsided.
Timely feedback prevents small issues from becoming big ones.
