Enhance performance management with ChatGPT

Today's case is inspired by a conversation I had with Dorothy Yiu, co-founder of EngageRocket, based on their new AI powered Performance Management tool.

An employee wants to be praised for a recent project. You agree that the outcome deserves some positive feedback, but perhaps not to the level the employee expects.

One of my employees in the IT area has recently completed a project which exceeded expectations in terms of scheduling and technology implementation (scoring 10 out of 10), which is commendable. Specifically the employee did well in managing her direct team (scoring 8 out of 10), hitting deadlines (score 9 out of 10), and external communications (score 8 out of 10). However, there is still a need for better internal stakeholder management (I rate it 6 out of 10) and budget utilization (7 out of 10). Give feedback for this employee that both praises their achievements and coaches them to improve in the areas highlighted. Do this in bullet point form.

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Certainly! Here's the feedback in bullet point form:

• Exceptional project management skills, resulting in a project that exceeded expectations.

• Excellent management of the direct team, fostering a cohesive and productive work environment.

• Meticulous adherence to deadlines, delivering the project well ahead of schedule.

• Effective external communication skills, ensuring clear and efficient interactions with stakeholders.

• Solid utilization of the allocated budget, demonstrating responsible financial management.

• Exemplary utilization of technology, showcasing a strong understanding of the required tools and systems.

• Outstanding scheduling abilities, effectively coordinating tasks and resources.

• Remarkable attention to detail, contributing to the overall quality of the project.

While you have showcased remarkable strengths in several areas, there are a few aspects where further improvement could enhance your performance:

• Strive for better internal stakeholder management to ensure effective collaboration and alignment.

• Focus on enhancing communication with internal stakeholders to foster stronger relationships and understanding.

• Pay closer attention to budget utilization, identifying opportunities for optimization and cost-saving measures.

Please note that these suggestions are meant to support your growth and further enhance your capabilities. Your accomplishments on this project are commendable, and I have no doubt that with continued dedication and improvement in these areas, you will achieve even greater success in the future.

Keep up the excellent work!

Best regards,

[Your Name]

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Think of the hours your management team can save by using AI to generate this type of feedback! You can expand by asking for suggestions on how to improve the areas highlighted.

For the three areas of improvement highlighted, can you give one recommendation for each that I can give to this employee that they can implement right away to improve their performance in these aspects? Also in bullet point form.

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Communication with internal stakeholders:

• Prioritize open and transparent communication with internal stakeholders.

• Provide regular updates on project milestones, challenges, and successes.

• Seek feedback from internal stakeholders to better understand their expectations and address any concerns proactively.

Remember, these recommendations are meant to assist the employee in improving their performance in the specific areas mentioned. Encourage them to implement these suggestions and offer ongoing support and guidance as they strive for growth and improvement.