Free Employee Guidance and Coaching Action Plan Template
Employee Guidance and Coaching Action Plan
Employee Name: Porter Hoppe
Department: Marketing
Position: Marketing Specialist
Date Issued: January 8, 2050
Action Plan Duration: January 8, 2050 to April 8, 2050
Prepared By: [YOUR NAME], Marketing Manager
1. Objective
The purpose of this Employee Guidance and Coaching Action Plan is to outline specific actions, goals, and timelines to support the employee in enhancing communication skills, time management, and team collaboration. This plan will provide targeted actions for improvement and development, helping the employee maximize their potential and contribute more effectively to the Marketing Department’s success.
2. Areas for Improvement
Based on performance reviews and feedback from team members, the following areas for improvement have been identified:
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Communication Skills: The employee needs to improve both verbal and written communication, ensuring clear, concise, and impactful messaging in emails, reports, and team meetings.
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Time Management: The employee struggles with prioritizing tasks and managing deadlines, often working on tasks with longer deadlines while overlooking more urgent ones.
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Team Collaboration: The employee has demonstrated difficulty in collaborating effectively within the team, particularly in brainstorming sessions and group projects.
3. Development Goals
The following specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goals have been set to guide the employee’s progress:
Goal 1: Improve Communication Skills
Action Steps:
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Attend a communication skills workshop by January 20, 2050.
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Practice clear, concise, and structured communication by preparing an outline for each presentation and email before sending it.
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Seek feedback from team members on clarity of messaging by February 1, 2050.
Timeline: January 8, 2050 – February 28, 2050
Goal 2: Enhance Time Management
Action Steps:
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Use time management tools (e.g., task prioritization software) to track and categorize tasks based on urgency and importance.
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Meet with the manager every two weeks to review and adjust task priorities.
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Aim to meet 90% of deadlines without delays during the action plan period.
Timeline: January 8, 2050 – April 8, 2050
Goal 3: Strengthen Team Collaboration
Action Steps:
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Actively participate in at least three brainstorming sessions, contributing ideas and supporting others' suggestions.
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Lead one team meeting to demonstrate leadership and collaboration by March 2050.
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Schedule monthly one-on-one meetings with team members to improve rapport and understanding of collaborative workflows.
Timeline: January 8, 2050 – March 31, 2050
4. Resources and Support
To facilitate the employee’s progress, the following resources and support will be provided:
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Training: Enrollment in a "Communication Mastery" workshop (online or in-person).
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Mentorship/Coaching: Weekly check-ins with the direct manager to discuss challenges and progress.
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Tools/Materials: Access to time management software (e.g., Trello, Asana) for task organization and prioritization.
5. Progress Review and Feedback
Regular progress reviews will be conducted to assess the employee’s development and provide feedback. These reviews will occur:
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First Review: February 1, 2050
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Mid-Point Review: February 28, 2050
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Final Review: April 8, 2050
During these reviews, we will assess:
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Achievement of communication goals through feedback from team members.
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Evaluation of time management effectiveness and meeting deadlines.
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Team collaboration improvements as demonstrated in team interactions.
6. Expected Outcomes
By the end of this coaching action plan, the following outcomes are expected:
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Improved Communication: Clearer, more impactful communication in written and verbal formats.
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Better Time Management: A significant reduction in missed deadlines, improved task prioritization, and better workload management.
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Enhanced Collaboration: Increased participation and leadership in team activities, fostering a more collaborative work environment.
7. Signatures
By signing below, both parties acknowledge and agree to the terms of this Employee Guidance and Coaching Action Plan.
Employee Signature: ________________________
Date: _______________________
Manager/Supervisor Signature: ________________________
Date: _______________________
Notes
The employee has shown a strong desire to improve in these areas and is committed to the growth outlined in this plan. Regular feedback sessions will ensure the plan’s goals are on track and adjust strategies where necessary.
