







Training Course Overview:
- The aim of the appraisal skills training course is for participants to appreciate
the role of the appraisal interview, it’s benefits, how to conduct the interview
and applying key skills used during the interview.
- A variety of training methods are used on the training course, including syndicate
and group discussion, exercises, demonstrations and ‘mini skill practice’.
- A feature of the training course is the use of a Knowledge/Skill Checklist - a list
of the knowledge and skills being developed. The participant self-rates at the start
and finish of the day, to establish the extent to which they have benefited from
the training course. This also gives them, and their line manager, further analysis
of their strengths, highlighting any further development needs.
- Delegates will be supplied with full support documentation, supplied in spiral bound
format.
- A mini exhibition of interpersonal skill books, additional handouts and ‘hints and
tips’ sheets will be provided in the training room, for delegates to visit during
‘down-time’ e.g. at breaks; finishing an exercise before others.
- Prior to delivery of the appraisal skills training course, we would host a telephone
meeting with you to establish the nature of the delegate’s roles, their strengths
and development areas and any areas of the course you would like us to emphasise.
About the Trainer
Bryan Edwards, Founder of ABC Training Solutions Ltd, has over 20 years experience
of interpersonal and managerial skills training in commercial and non-commercial
organisations. Bryan is a Graduate member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel
and Development. Bryan personally delivers all the training.
Bryan travels extensively across the U.K. to deliver training, as well as delivering
in local areas such as Worcestershire, Warwickshire, Gloucestershire, Wales and the
West Midlands.
Costs
£270 per day for 1 delegate, £550 per day for 2-4 delegates, £690 for 5-8 delegates
plus VAT and expenses (travel plus possible (budget) accommodation, depending on
location). Costs exclude any venue costs (hire of rooms / catering) or equipment
(e.g. Powerpoint projector).
Any further questions about Appraisal Skills training or to book
phone Bryan Edwards, the Trainer, on 07747 602215.
Alternatively email on info@abctrainingsolutions.biz
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APPRAISAL SKILLS
As a manager, it is vitally important that you can find ways to increase productivity
and results of your team. Effective appraisal gives you the opportunity to review
past performance, discuss and agree future performance targets and to plan future
training and coaching needs. At the same time it offers the employee the opportunity
of discussing their performance, knowing how they are performing and allowing them
the opportunity to discuss their role and ideas for achieving agreed objectives.
An appraisal, if done right, is the best opportunity you have to motivate, encourage,
coach and improve productivity for the individuals in your team.

ABC Training Solutions provides cost effective training courses in leadership and
supervisory skills at your premises. We work both uk-wide and locally in West Midlands,
Worcestershire, Gloucestershire, Warwickshire and Wales. We also design and market
a range of course material for trainers and ebooks for individuals.
ABC Training Solutions provides cost effective training courses in leadership and
supervisory skills at your premises. We work both uk-wide and locally in West Midlands,
Worcestershire, Gloucestershire, Warwickshire and Wales. We also design and market
a range of course material for trainers and ebooks for individuals.
“Well delivered, concise workshop”
“Bryan held our interest throughout the day”
“Very informative and practical workshop”
“Appraisal preparation steps were very useful to me as I have very little experience
of formal appraisals”
“Well conducted and informative”
Duration: 1 day, typically 9.30am to 4.45pm but can be flexible to fit into shift
patterns of staff.
Key Objectives:
At the end of the 1 day appraisal skills training course, participants will be able
to: -
- Understand the purpose and benefits of performance appraisal, for both Appraiser
and Appraisee
- Appreciate the consequences of delivering a poor appraisal process
- Understand the skills and qualities required of the effective Appraiser and self
assess own strengths and development areas
- Define what the annual appraisal interview covers
- Appreciate the challenges of getting across ‘pictures’ of performance levels to
the Appraisee, particularly when dealing with qualitative standards
- Effectively prepare for the appraisal interview
- Apply effective questioning techniques using the T.E.D. (Tell, Explain, Describe)
and funnelling models
- Develop their listening skills
- Appreciate the range of development opportunities for the Appraisee, in addition
to training courses
- Undertake an appraisal interview
- Deal effectively with more challenging Appraisees



This appraisal skills course will equip delegates with all the necessary skills and
knowledge to position the appraisal process in the right way, to prepare and deliver
the process in a professional manner and to maximise the opportunity as a positive
experience for both parties. This course will give you a number of approaches and
techniques to ensure that the appraisals that you conduct are structured, balanced,
productive and positive.