Performance Management Training Manchester | Rostrup UK
Strong performance management is at the heart of every successful organisation. For managers in Manchester and across the wider North West, the ability to set clear expectations, provide effective feedback, and support employees to achieve their goals can make the difference between a team that thrives and a team that struggles.
At Rostrup, we deliver performance management training in Manchester that equips leaders with the skills, confidence, and strategies to manage performance constructively and consistently. With more than 35 years of experience in leadership and organisational development, our programmes are practical, engaging, and designed to create long-lasting impact.
Why Performance Management Matters
Performance management is much more than an annual appraisal or a one-off conversation. It is an ongoing process of setting goals, monitoring progress, and providing support to enable employees to perform at their best. For organisations in Manchester, effective performance management helps to:
- Clarify roles and responsibilities so that individuals understand exactly what is expected of them.
- Improve communication between managers and their teams, encouraging openness and trust.
- Identify strengths and development areas to unlock hidden potential.
- Build accountability by aligning personal objectives with organisational goals.
- Increase engagement and retention by recognising effort, celebrating success, and addressing issues early.
When done well, performance management not only improves productivity but also strengthens workplace culture, helping teams feel valued, motivated, and supported.
What Our Training Covers
Rostrup’s performance management training in Manchester is designed to be practical and relevant to your business. Rather than relying on theory alone, we use real-life examples, case studies, and interactive exercises to bring concepts to life.
Key topics covered include:
- Setting Clear Expectations
How to define SMART goals, link them to business priorities, and ensure clarity across the team.
- Monitoring and Measuring Performance
Techniques for tracking progress and using data to inform management decisions.
- Effective One-to-One Meetings
Structuring conversations to ensure they are purposeful, supportive, and action -driven.
- Coaching and Feedback Skills
Delivering feedback that builds confidence, encourages growth, and addresses challenges constructively.
- Handling Underperformance
Recognising the early signs, addressing issues calmly, and creating action plans that lead to improvement.
- Motivating Teams
Understanding intrinsic and extrinsic motivators to keep individuals engaged and high-performinghigh performing.
- Using Performance Reviews Effectively
Making a appraisals performance conversation a positive, forward-looking experience rather than a box-ticking exercise.
By the end of the training, participants will have a toolkit of approaches they can apply immediately in their roles.
Why Choose Rostrup for Training in Manchester?
Organisations in Manchester and the wider West MidlandsNorth West partner with Rostrup because we bring:
- Proven Experience: Over 35 years of supporting businesses across the UK with leadership and management development.
- Tailored Programmes: Training customised to your organisational culture, challenges, and goals.
- Practical Focus: Hands-on exercises, role-play, and scenario planning that prepare managers for real situations.
- Trusted Expertise: Clients include Google, BT, GSK, CHUBB, and many other leading organisations.
Our sessions are available in-person at your workplace in Manchester or online for distributed teams.
Client Success Story
A financial services company in Manchester approached Rostrup to support its management team in improving performance management practices. Many managers were technically skilled but lacked confidence in holding difficult conversations or addressing underperformance.
Through a series of tailored workshops and coaching sessions, managers developed the tools and confidence to set clearer expectations, provide constructive feedback, and support individuals more effectively. Within months, the company reported improved employee engagement scores, stronger accountability across teams, and higher levels of productivity.
This case study reflects the tangible benefits that come from investing in performance management training.
Take the Next Step
If you want your managers to lead with confidence, address underperformance constructively, and motivate their teams to achieve more, Rostrup’s performance management training in Manchester is the solution.
We make sure your managers leave with skills they can use immediately and a mindset that supports long-term growth.
Contact Hans Rostrup today for a free consultation:
Phone: +44 7860 237 010
Email: hans@rostrup.co.uk
Or explore our “Course Builder” feature to design a bespoke programme tailored to your organisation’s needs.
