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Performance Management and Talent Development

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Performance Management and Talent Development

This course is part of Skills for New Manager Success Specialization

Instructors: Andi Lassiter, Ph.D.

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3 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

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5 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

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3 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

Recommended experience

5 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Implement continuous performance management practices to drive accountability and growth.
Apply structured evaluation methods to fairly evaluate and develop employee talent.
Utilize effective hiring and onboarding strategies to ensure long-term engagement and success.

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There are 3 modules in this course

This course is designed for managers who want to drive team excellence through continuous performance support and strategic talent development. Throughout the course, you’ll learn how to:

- Set clear expectations and SMART goals that align individual performance with team objectives - Implement continuous performance management by moving beyond annual reviews toward regular check-ins - Conduct fair, unbiased evaluations and address underperformance with structured support - Hire and onboard talent effectively to ensure long-term engagement and retention You’ll hear from organizational consultants with expertise in work psychology who share research-backed best practices to help new leaders succeed. You’ll engage with practical tools, such as evaluation rubrics and goal-setting frameworks, that turn abstract management theories into daily habits. You’ll also practice your skills through hands-on activities, including simulated performance conversations with virtual employees and drafting a customized 30–60–90 day onboarding plan. By the end of the course, you’ll feel equipped to build and lead a high-talent team that is consistently motivated and aligned with success.

Module details

Move beyond the annual review by learning how to manage performance on a continuous basis. You’ll explore techniques for setting clear expectations and SMART goals, and delivering timely, constructive feedback that drives employee accountability and growth.

What's included

4 videos3 readings2 assignments

4 videosTotal 18 minutes

Welcome to the Course!3 minutes
Setting Clear Expectations as a Manager6 minutes
Conducting Effective Performance Conversations6 minutes
Feedback That Drives Growth and Accountability4 minutes

3 readingsTotal 35 minutes

Goal-Setting Techniques10 minutes
Why Ongoing Performance Conversations Matter10 minutes
Delivering Timely, Constructive Feedback15 minutes

2 assignmentsTotal 60 minutes

Managing Performance Continuously30 minutes
Managing Performance Continuously30 minutes

This module focuses on conducting fair, structured evaluations and developing talent for long-term success. You’ll learn to identify and mitigate bias in performance reviews, manage underperformance with support, and design development plans that align employee career goals with organizational needs.

What's included

3 videos3 readings2 assignments

3 videosTotal 14 minutes

What Makes a Performance Evaluation Fair?5 minutes
Understanding Underperformance4 minutes
Developing Talent for Long-Term Success4 minutes

3 readingsTotal 30 minutes

Bias in Performance Reviews10 minutes
Responding to Underperformance10 minutes
Why Succession Planning Supports Retention10 minutes

2 assignmentsTotal 60 minutes

Evaluating and Developing Talent30 minutes
Evaluating and Developing Talent30 minutes

Master the art of building a high-performing team through effective hiring and onboarding. You’ll learn to conduct unbiased, structured interviews and implement onboarding strategies that foster early engagement and long-term retention from an employee's first day.