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When Employee Performance Isn’t Cutting It — What to Do

Richard Durkin

Employment Relations Adviser, Peninsula

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Brayden Jones

Business Development Manager, Peninsula

Are you dealing with staff underperformance but unsure what to do next?

Most performance issues don’t start out serious. They start quietly through missed deadlines, uneven output, and awkward conversations managers put off, hoping issues will resolve on their own.

The problem? When underperformance isn’t handled early and properly, it can snowball into something much bigger. This can lead to an increased likelihood of Fair Work claims, frustrated managers, and high performers carrying the load.

In this one-hour webinar we’ll break down what underperformance looks like, how to respond early, and how to handle conversations and processes in a way that is fair, structured, and effective.

In just 60 minutes:

  • Spot Underperformance: Identify whether it’s a performance, capability, or conduct issue, and know when it’s time to step in
  • Structure a Difficult Conversation: Use a simple, repeatable framework to keep discussions calm, factual, and fair
  • Performance Improvement Plan: Understand when a PIP is appropriate, what it should include, and how to monitor progress
  • Get Procedural Fairness Right: Follow clear, practical steps to ensure your decisions are consistent, reasonable, and defensible

Please note that this is general information and not intended to replace legal advice under any circumstances.

Have a question?

Have a question about the webinar, or perhaps you need some guidance on a HR or workplace safety matter? We’re happy to answer all your questions, call 1300 835 409 or email events@peninsula-au.com.

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