Setting the Stage for 1:1 Meeting

• Understand that receiving feedback is stressful for people.
  • Average monthly searches on Google for "How to give feedback" - 1,600
  • Average monthly searches on Google for "How to receive feedback" - 210
• Minimize reluctance
  • Recognize that these meetings can be stressful for all involved
  • Encourage two-way conversations 
  • Outline how the meeting with go
• Joint commitment 
  • Highlight the purpose is to recognize success and plan improvement where necessary

During the 1:1 Meeting

• Discuss actual performance data and behaviors. Use examples.
• Compare performance with responsibilities and goals.
• Maintain a positive focus.
• Focus on solving problems, not on finding fault.
• Provide recognition.
• Discuss specific actions for both manager and employee to take.
• Express confidence.

After the 1:1 Meeting

• Check in with each other to see if there is any additional feedback or thoughts that you want to share (Remember! People need time to process.)
• Schedule a follow-up discussion to close the loop on any action items that came up during the review discussion.

Upload Final Review Document

• Employees will upload their review documents into Workday.

Resources

• Tips for Writing Your Self-Review
• Tips for Writing Your Manager Review
• Upload Completed Review into Workday