The good conversation:
ownership as a driving force

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Conduct performance reviews that increase energy and motivation.

Move beyond traditional assessment approach.

Strengthen ownership and performance through meaningful conversations.

Introduction

Performance reviews and appraisal conversations are important moments to guide development, motivation, and results. In practice, however, they do not always deliver the desired impact. Too often, conversations focus on forms, past performance, and points for improvement, instead of looking ahead and creating real connection.

In the ‘Motivational Performance Reviews’ training course, you will learn how to turn these conversations into a powerful and motivating tool. You will discover how to stimulate ownership, create openness, and lead conversations that support both individual and organizational growth.

Who is this training for?

The ‘Motivational Performance Reviews’ training course is designed for managers, HR professionals, and others who want to make their performance conversations more constructive, personal, and future-focused. You want to motivate, engage, and guide employees in a way that strengthens ownership and collaboration.

What makes this two-day training course unique

During the ‘Motivational Performance Reviews’ training, you will work with a modern view on leadership and performance management, focusing on motivation, engagement, and development. You will learn how traditional evaluations can evolve meaningful conversations based on trust, feedback, and growth. Benefits of this two-day program:

Practical tools that you can apply immediately in your conversations.
Insight into modern conversation techniques and approaches to evaluation.
Direct positive impact on motivation, connection, and performance.
Focus on ownership and sustainable development.

Results

After completing this training course, you will be able to conduct performance and appraisal conversations that truly contribute to growth, motivation, and results. You will create an open and constructive atmosphere and encourage employees to take ownership for their development. You will use feedback and feedforward in a way that generates energy and engagement. And you will have practical tools to turn every conversation into a meaningful moment of direction and reflection.

Practical information

Duration: This training course is given over two days, with a two-week interval between sessions.
Training hours: From 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Participants: Maximum of 10/12 participants
Locations: Alkmaar, Amersfoort, Amsterdam, Apeldoorn, Arnhem, Breda, Den Bosch, Den Haag, Eindhoven, Groningen, Maastricht, Naarden, Rotterdam, Utrecht, Zwolle, Online
Participation fee: € 1.495,- excl. VAT

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Program

Day 1

9:30 AM Start training course

Why traditional performance reviews often put pressure on energy and commitment.
The difference between assessing, guiding, and developing.
The new role of the performance review: focus on growth, dialogue, and the future.
Conversation styles that stimulate ownership and motivation.
Creating openness and trust in the conversation.
Discussing results and areas for development with a focus on progress.
Formulating personal learning goals and action points for the upcoming period.

5:00 PM End of training course

Day 2

9:30 AM Start training course

Feedback on the interim period and experiences gained.
Insight into employees’ motivations, talents, and development needs.
Verbal and nonverbal factors that influence motivation.
Dealing with resistance, emotions, and difficult reactions.
Encouraging ownership and responsibility among employees.
Concluding conversations with concrete energy, direction, and commitment.
Evaluation of the training and drawing up a personal, practice-oriented action plan.

5:00 PM End of training course

Your training course in 3 steps

Prior to the training course, we ask you to complete an online intake form. If you prefer to discuss your personal learning objectives in more detail, we’ll be more than happy to schedule a one-on-one intake call. Based on your learning objectives, background, and focus areas, we’ll match you with a training group with similar professionals. This way, the training will be tailored to your situation and learning objectives.
The two-day training course ‘Motivational Performance Reviews’ is spread over two weeks. Each training day combines inspiration, theory, and practical exercises. There will be a mix of plenary sessions, group assignments, and time for reflection. This way, the skills you acquired can be put to use right away.

In between the two training days, you’ll apply what you’ve learned in your daily work. During the second training day, you’ll discuss your experiences, insights, and results with the trainer and the group. Your training course ends with a personal evaluation and a clear plan of action for the future.

About your trainer

The training course is delivered by an experienced trainer with extensive practical experience. Our trainers combine expertise, analytical ability, and sharp observational skills with a personal and positive approach. They offer respectful, direct feedback, challenge you to grow, and support you in getting the very best out of yourself.
From the very first day of your training course, you’ll have access to the YEARTH Online Learning Platform. Here, you’ll find in-depth articles, assignments, and tools to help you put what you’ve learned into practice. You can choose where and when to study using the YEARTH app, your tablet, or computer. This allows you to get the most out of your training course and apply what you have learned in your daily practice in a sustainable way.

Your investment

My organization covers the costs

Participant fee	€ 1.495,
Facility fee € 50 per day	€ 100,
Total price excluding VAT	€ 1.595,

My organization is exempt from VAT

Participant fee	€ 1.495,
Surcharge 10%	€ 149,50
Facility fee € 50 per day	€ 100,
Total price excluding VAT	€ 1.744,50

I pay for the training course myself

Participant fee	€ 1.495,
Surcharge 10%	€ 149,50
Facility fee € 50 per day	€ 100,
Total price excluding VAT	€ 1.744,50

This is included in your investment:

Personal intake.
Syllabus and course materials.
The YEARTH certificate.
Year-long access to the Online Learning Platform.

VAT

The total investment excludes VAT. In some cases, a VAT exemption may be possible. In that case, the participation fee will increase by 10%. This can be beneficial for individuals and organizations that are not able to deduct VAT. Read more about VAT exemption.