Have you ever hired someone with all the best intentions, only to realize things aren’t going as planned? Trust me, I’ve been there—and I know how hard it can be to navigate those moments as a leader.

In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on how I approach those uncomfortable (but necessary!) conversations with team members. I’ll share my four-step framework for crafting effective performance reviews—the exact system I wish I had when I first started building my team.

If you’re dealing with underperformance, wondering how to have that talk, or just looking to sharpen your leadership skills, this episode is packed with real-life examples and actionable tips to help you make confident decisions that feel both firm and fair.

Click play to hear all of this and:

(00:00:26) My experience with hiring and the importance of having clearly defined roles and expectations from the beginning

(00:00:56) How to evaluate the first 30 days of a new hire's performance and when to make the decision to implement a performance improvement plan (PIP)

(00:02:54) Why you need to have an open conversation regarding performance

(00:04:43) How to adapt a performance improvement plan based on personal circumstances

(00:08:20) How employees' responses to feedback can indicate their commitment to growth and the organization

(00:10:02) Why you need to hold employees accountable to reinforce growth and development expectations

🎧 Listen to the full episode, How to Identify and Lead A, B, and C Players for Business Success, >>HERE<<

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• Five Things My Team and I Do to Stay Productive and Reach Our Goals
• How to Become a More Effective Leader [Growth Challenge: Day 3]

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