(Tip 1 of 8 )
Clear your desk and make sure there will be no interruptions
(Tip 2 of 8 )
Prepare some good things about them, ideally some measurable facts
(Tip 3 of 8 )
What would you like them to stop, start, and continue doing?
(Tip 4 of 8 )
For any improvements you want them to make, get measurable proof that they need to improve
(Tip 5 of 8 )
Prepare some open questions to get them talking, including "How do you think it's been going?" "What's been good / not so successful?" and "What achievement goals / learning objectives do you want to have for the coming year?"
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(Tip 6 of 8 )
Prepare the blank form, if your organisation has one, so you make sure you cover everything you need to during the appraisal interview
(Tip 7 of 8 )
Wear something smart but also neutral - nothing they can object to. Girls: hair up, no toes visible in shoes, nothing too low cut or short or clingy. Guys: suit, but don’t look like a footballer, sensible tie, no buckles or square ends on your shoes. Obviously piercings etc are out. Smart haircut.
(Tip 8 of 8 )
Remember to ask them how you could be a better boss!
