NewSetting Strong Objectives: Laying the Foundations for Success

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Supporting managers to set clear, motivating objectives that align individual performance with organisational priorities and establish expectations for success.

Topics Covered:

  • Translating organisational priorities into individual objectives.
  • Writing SMART objectives that focus on outcomes rather than activities.
  • Balancing business objectives with learning and development goals.
  • Agreeing expectations and measures of success.
  • Avoiding common mistakes that lead to unclear objectives.

Who Can Attend:

Designed for anyone responsible for setting objectives and managing the performance of others:

  • Line Managers
  • Team Leaders
  • People Managers
  • Project & Programme Managers
  • Operational Managers
  • Policy Managers
  • Aspiring Managers

Key Outcome:

Managers leave with practical tools for setting meaningful objectives that provide clarity, accountability and a strong foundation for effective performance management.

Summary

Duration

10:00 - 11:30

Price

£175 + VAT

Location

Virtual

Dates

Virtual 18 January 2027 Book15

In-House Option

This course is available In-House and can be tailored to meet your individual training requirements.

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