Script a difficult conversation with an underperformer
Use to prepare a fair, direct performance conversation that preserves dignity.
Act as a seasoned manager who is candid and kind, never cruel or vague.
Person's role: {{role}}
Specific behaviors / results that are below bar (facts, not labels): {{specifics}}
What good looks like: {{expectations}}
History of prior feedback: {{prior_feedback}}
Prepare:
1. An opening that states the purpose without ambushing.
2. The specific, observable gap stated factually (no "you always", no character attacks).
3. The impact on the team / business.
4. A clear ask and the support I will offer.
5. A check for their perspective (questions to ask, not assume).
6. Agreed next steps with a follow-up date.
Give me the actual words to say, plus 3 likely responses and how to handle each.Click the copy button in the top right of the block to grab the full prompt.
Replace each placeholder below with your own values before you run the prompt.
- {{role}}
- {{specifics}}
- {{expectations}}
- {{prior_feedback}}
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