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What is Performance Gaps strategy?

Every great achievement starts with a well-thought-out plan. It can be the launch of a new product, expanding into new markets, or just trying to increase efficiency. You'll need a delicate combination of strategies and tactics to ensure that the journey is smooth and effective.

Developing an effective Performance Gaps strategy can be intimidating, especially when your daily duties demand your attention. To assist you, we've curated a list of examples to inspire your planning process.

Feel free to copy these examples into your favorite application, or leverage Tability to maintain accountability.

How to write your own Performance Gaps strategy with AI

While we have some examples available, it's likely that you'll have specific scenarios that aren't covered here. You can use our free AI generator below or our more complete goal-setting system to generate your own strategies.

Performance Gaps strategy examples

You will find in the next section many different Performance Gaps tactics. We've included action items in our templates to make it as actionable as possible.

Strategies and tactics for reaching optimal employee performance

  • ⛳️ Strategy 1: Assess and identify performance gaps

    • Conduct a performance review for all 20 employees
    • Identify key performance indicators (KPIs) relevant to each role
    • Organise one-on-one meetings to discuss performance assessments
    • Use feedback to pinpoint areas of improvement
    • Develop a comprehensive skills assessment test
    • Analyse past performance data and trends
    • Set clear and achievable goals for each employee
    • Determine external factors affecting performance
    • Secure employee commitment to the improvement plan
    • Communicate performance expectations clearly

  • ⛳️ Strategy 2: Implement targeted training programs

    • Organise personalised training sessions based on individual needs
    • Enroll employees in relevant online courses or workshops
    • Invite industry experts for guest lectures and seminars
    • Conduct in-house training sessions on soft and technical skills
    • Create a mentorship program pairing senior employees with juniors
    • Invest in e-learning platforms for continuous learning
    • Schedule regular knowledge-sharing meetings
    • Encourage cross-functional team projects
    • Monitor and evaluate training effectiveness
    • Provide resources for self-study and development

  • ⛳️ Strategy 3: Foster a motivating and supportive work environment

    • Recognise and reward high performers monthly
    • Facilitate open communication and feedback loops
    • Encourage team-building activities and social events
    • Promote work-life balance through flexible working hours
    • Establish a wellness program focusing on mental health
    • Provide ergonomic workspaces and necessary resources
    • Develop a clearly defined career progression path
    • Create an inclusive culture valuing diversity and collaboration
    • Regularly review and improve HR policies
    • Solicit employee feedback on workplace satisfaction
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How to track your Performance Gaps strategies and tactics

Having a plan is one thing, sticking to it is another.

Don't fall into the set-and-forget trap. It is important to adopt a weekly check-in process to keep your strategy agile – otherwise this is nothing more than a reporting exercise.

A tool like Tability can also help you by combining AI and goal-setting to keep you on track.

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Planning resources

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