My 4-Step Framework for Better Performance Reviews

Have you ever hired someone with all the best intentions, only to realize things aren’t going as planned? Trust me, I’ve been there—and I know how hard it can be to navigate those moments as a leader. In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on how I approach those uncomfortable (but necessary!) conversations with team members. I’ll share my four-step framework for crafting effective performance reviews—the exact system I wish I had when I first started building my team. If you’re dealing with underperformance, wondering how to have that talk, or just looking to sharpen your leadership skills, this episode is packed with real-life examples and actionable tips to help you make confident decisions that feel both firm and fair. Click play to hear all of this and: (00:00:26) My experience with hiring and the importance of having clearly defined roles and expectations from the beginning (00:00:56) How to evaluate the first 30 days of a new hire"s performance and when to make the decision to implement a performance improvement plan (PIP) (00:02:54) Why you need to have an open conversation regarding performance (00:04:43) How to adapt a performance improvement plan based on personal circumstances (00:08:20) How employees" responses to feedback can indicate their commitment to growth and the organization (00:10:02) Why you need to hold employees accountable to reinforce growth and development expectations 🎧 Listen to the full episode, How to Identify and Lead A, B, and C Players for Business Success, >>HERE<< Listen to Related Episodes:Five Things My Team and I Do to Stay Productive and Reach Our GoalsHow to Become a More Effective Leader [Growth Challenge: Day 3] 📧 Join my Newsletter for a weekly cocktail of insider business strategy, personal reflections, and the journey of being a thought leader: https://jasminestar.com/newsletter 📧 For full show notes, visit jasminestar.com/podcast/episode516