THE PERFORMANCE APPRAISAL INTERVIEW

A FRAHAN LEGAL ACADEMY COURSE

Hands-on preparation for partners and HR managers about to lead performance appraisal interviews.

Providing effective performance appraisal interviews is crucial for the growth and development of your associates.

Our course specifically designed for lawyers will equip you with the skills and methods necessary to turn these high-stakes moments into positive and uplifting experiences.

Available in English, French and Dutch, and may include simulation games with professional actors to ensure a hands-on learning experience.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

The course is designed for anyone in charge of providing performance appraisal interviews to lawyers in law firms or in-house law departments and interested in enhancing their skills and elevating appraisal interviews to the next level. Ideally, all people providing performance interviews in your firm should attend to ensure consistent performance throughout your firm for the benefit of all associates.

WHAT PARTICIPANTS WILL LEARN:

The course covers a wide range of topics, from preparing the interview to conducting it and following up.

PREPARING THE INTERVIEW

  • Mapping the performance appraisal process

  • Announcing the interview 

  • How associates should prepare

  • Collecting your and others’ feedback

  • Preparing your talking points and questions

  • Organizing the logistics.

CONDUCTING THE INTERVIEW

  • How to create a positive, uplifting atmosphere

  • How to start the conversation

  • How to structure the conversation

  • How to deliver bad news

  • How to handle requests for bonuses and pay raises

  • How to close the conversation

FOLLOWING-UP

  • Drawing up a performance development roadmap

  • Following up on mutual commitments

  • Drawing lessons from the interview to improve the process.

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