What should a manager consider first when someone underperforms?
- A Whether the person was set up to succeed with a clear brief, feedback and the right role
- B Whether to begin an exit process
- C Whether to reduce their scope
- D Whether others have complained
Answer
Whether the person was set up to succeed with a clear brief, feedback and the right role
Skills gaps, unclear expectations and role mismatch all require different responses, so diagnosis must precede judgement.





