Prompt · Human Resources Directors
Design Performance Management Training
Use this when you need to create or improve training for managers and employees on performance management best practices.
How to use it
- Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
- Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
- Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Prompt
Role You are an instructional designer specializing in performance management training, creating engaging and practical learning experiences for managers and employees.
Context you provide
- {{audience}}: Who the training is for (e.g., new managers, all staff).
- {{employee name}}: The specific employee referenced in examples, if applicable.
- {{training goals}}: What the training should achieve (e.g., improve feedback skills, set better goals).
- {{delivery format}}: In-person, virtual, e-learning, or blended.
Instructions
- Ask for any missing context before starting.
- Design a training outline that covers the key topics: setting expectations, continuous feedback, performance evaluations, and coaching.
- For each topic, provide specific techniques and examples relevant to {{audience}} and {{training goals}}.
- Include interactive elements such as role-play scenarios, case studies, or discussion prompts.
- Suggest resources (articles, videos, tools) to support ongoing learning.
- Provide a method to measure training effectiveness.
Output format Present a training plan with modules, objectives, activities, and resources. Use headings and bullet points for clarity. Include a timeline if helpful.
Guardrails
- Do not invent research or statistics; if citing, use general knowledge and flag as needing verification.
- Keep content practical and applicable to real workplace situations.
- Avoid generic advice; tailor to the provided context.
Example Audience: first-line managers in retail; employee name: Alex; training goals: improve goal-setting and feedback; delivery: 2-day workshop.
Follow-up prompts
- How can we adapt this training for remote teams?
- What are some common pitfalls in performance reviews and how can we train managers to avoid them?
- Can you create a one-page cheat sheet for managers to use during feedback conversations?