Line managers help others to learn and grow, deliver great results, and progress their careers.
People who report to a line manager are called "direct reports".
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Hold regular 121 (one-to-one) meetings, at least once a month.
Help your direct reports to pass their probation period. Work with your 'Head of' to extend or fail probations, if necessary.
See more guidance on probation
Hold a review once a year, reflecting on the year's highlights and challenges. This usually includes a salary review. This may include setting goals or themes for the coming year.
See more guidance on annual reviews
Help your direct report make a case for being promoted.
See more guidance on promotions
Help them understand where they are underperforming. Help them plan to improve in these areas. As a last resort, give notice of terminating employment.