How do you handle providing negative feedback to employees that work for you. I have someone on my team that works hard but isn't meeting performance expectations.

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Working hard but underperforming is a hell of a lot easier to fix than attitude-driven poor performance.

If I was the manager, I would put together a tailored training plan with deadlines, and work closely with this individual so that they are successful. Kind of like a PIP, except with the results being achievable and by supporting the employee through it.

If they are just in the wrong position, then open conversation about other roles that align more strongly with their skillset. And help the employee make the transition. A good manager helps hard workers to be successful, even if it’s elsewhere in the organization.

Help them come up with an improvement plan

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