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Difficult Conversation Prep — Say the Hard Thing Clearly and Kindly
Prepare for a hard conversation at work: the one-sentence message, how to open, what to say, likely reactions and how to answer them, and how to close with a next step.
Team Conflict Mediation — A Plan to Resolve a Dispute Between Two People
Plan how to mediate a conflict between two team members: what's really at stake for each, separate conversations, a joint meeting agenda, ground rules and a written agreement.
Employee Goals — SMART Goals Tied to What the Team Needs
Write a handful of measurable goals for an employee, each tied to a team priority, with a development goal and questions for the mid-period check-in.
One-on-One Agenda — Better Meetings With Your Direct Report
Plan a one-on-one meeting that isn't a status update: an agenda with their topics first, open questions, what to do when they bring a problem, and a follow-up note.
30-60-90 Day Onboarding Plan — What a New Hire Learns and Delivers
Build a 30-60-90 day plan for a new hire: what to set up before day one, the first week, goals for each month, people to meet, check-ins and early warning signs.
Performance Review Writer — Specific, Fair and Backed by Examples
Turn your notes into a performance review built on examples: results, strengths, growth areas with support, next-period goals and a check for vague or biased wording.