Managing Employee Performance: A Guide for New Leaders

Leading a team requires more than just assigning tasks; it demands the ability to guide, evaluate, and elevate individual performance. Many new managers struggle with performance conversations, yet mastering this skill is essential for building cohesive, high-achieving teams. This written course equips you with the foundational principles and modern frameworks needed to manage employee performance effectively. You will transition from simply supervising daily tasks to actively coaching your team members toward their professional goals. What you'll learn: Understand the foundational lifecycle of performance management and key leadership terminology; Establish clear, measurable expectations using modern goal-setting frameworks; Deliver constructive feedback that builds trust and maintains psychological safety; Conduct structured performance reviews focused on development and future growth; Address underperformance constructively with clear improvement plans; Adapt performance tracking for hybrid and remote team environments. You will begin by exploring essential concepts and core definitions before moving into practical guidelines for setting goals, delivering feedback, and conducting evaluations. Through written scenarios and self-reflection exercises, you will learn how to handle challenging performance conversations with confidence. This course is designed for new managers, team leads, and aspiring supervisors who want to build strong leadership habits. No prior management experience is required. Start reading today to build a more engaged, productive, and aligned team.