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Partnering for Performance

The Partnering for Performance philosophy links individual job performance to the attainment of Carnegie Mellon's vision, mission and goals. Partnering for Performance is a continuous process that involves managers and employees in the identification and evaluation of key job performance objectives and competencies that contribute to the achievement of organizational goals. When managers take the time to provide adequate support for employees, they are laying a foundation for stronger achievement as well as just fulfilling their job description.

LifeWorks Management Line

LifeWorks, our employee assistance program, has a service called the Management Line that can assist you when dealing with sensitive and difficult workplace issues. You can obtain free consultation or can refer your staff if they are experiencing problems at work or home.

Human Resource Managers

Your HR Manager is another great resource for you in deciding how to handle problems in the workplace. They can provide guidance and help you understand the official university policies and procedures in this area. Be sure to contact your HR Manager if you plan to take any official employment action – from a letter of reprimand or poor performance review, to a demotion or layoff.

Newsletter Support

Our newsletter is distributed to all leaders who supervise Carnegie Mellon staff. Published each semester, this newsletter talks about specific issues of a manager's leadership responsibilities. You can access current and previous issues of the newsletter from our site.

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For more information:

• Partnering for Performance - A Manager's Guide (.pdf)
• Performance Management Resource (.pdf) - a staff guide to managing his or her own performance
• Top Ten Manager Pitfalls (.pdf)
• How to Delegate Effectively (.pdf)

Related websites:

• EffectiveMeetings.com - offers hands-on meeting advice for every possible situation
• Ron Kelly Tools - offers conflict management tools
• Inc.com - provides guidance on human resource related topics
• Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) - The world’s largest association devoted to human resources management
  

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