How should you prepare for a conversation sharing that someone has been passed over for a promotion?

On this episode of POPS!, Zenefits HR Advisor Lora Patterson shares tips on handling a tricky conversation with an employee who isn’t ready for a promotion with intentionality, transparency, and empathy. 

Additional Resources:

• HR Headaches Series: How to (Gracefully) Deny a Promotion Request: https://www.zenefits.com/workest/hr-headaches-how-to-deny-a-promotion-request/

On this episode, you’ll hear: 

>>>>>[00:35-01:21] Tips for setting the stage for a productive promotions conversation

>>>>>[01:02-02:03] Pick a time and place to share the news with the other applicants 

>>>>>[02:06-03:27] Be as transparent—and empathetic—as you can

>>>>>[03:28-04:08 ] Don’t make promises you can’t keep

>>>>>[04:08-05:22 ] Go over alternative ways you can help them in their career

>>>>>[05:23-06:18] Create a career path

>>>>>[06:19-06:52] How to prevent someone from leaving when they don’t get a promotion