Leading Performance Series
A Four-Part
Development Workshop
Leading Performance Series
A 4-part training series for leaders seeking practical Performance Management skills and confidence
Managing employee performance is one of the most important, and often most challenging responsibilities of leadership. This practical four-part series provides leaders with the skills, confidence and tools to effectively address performance concerns, support employee development, and foster a culture of accountability and high performance.
Delivered online through four interactive two-hour sessions across the year, participants can attend individual sessions or complete the full series to build a comprehensive performance management skillset. Each session is facilitated by experienced HR and Industrial Relations professionals who bring practical workplace expertise, real-life case studies and actionable strategies that can be implemented immediately to improve team and organisational performance.
Session 1: Managing Underperformance – Early Intervention Tactics |
Learn how to identify and address performance concerns before they escalate into more complex issues. This session focuses on building confidence in having early, constructive conversations that support performance improvement. Participants will learn how to: - Recognise the common causes of underperformance - Hold effective feedback and coaching conversations - Address issues early and document discussions appropriately - Manage defensiveness and difficult responses - Create practical performance improvement plans |
Session 2: Managing Underperformance – Formal Performance Management & Minimising Risk |
When coaching and informal feedback are no longer enough, leaders need confidence to navigate formal performance management processes fairly and effectively. This session provides practical guidance on balancing employee support with organisational accountability. Participants will learn how to: - Identify when formal performance management is required - Apply principles of procedural fairness and natural justice - Conduct formal performance conversations with confidence - Develop legally sound Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs) - Reduce the risk of unfair dismissal and other employee relations claims |
Session 3: Driving Performance – Effective Performance Development & Reviews |
Performance management is not just about addressing issues—it's also about helping employees perform at their best. This session focuses on creating clarity, setting meaningful goals and using performance reviews as a tool for development and growth. Participants will learn how to: - Set clear performance expectations and goals - Align individual objectives with organisational priorities - Conduct meaningful performance review discussions - Move beyond annual reviews through regular performance conversations - Support employee growth through development planning |
Session 4: Driving Performance – Building & Sustaining a High-Performance Culture |
High-performing teams don't happen by chance. This session explores the leadership behaviours, systems and practices that help create a culture where accountability, motivation and strong performance become the norm. Participants will learn how to: - Build accountability within teams - Increase employee engagement and motivation - Recognise and reinforce desired behaviours - Manage different levels of performance effectively - Create practical action plans to strengthen team performance and culture |
Participant Bonus
As a bonus, every organisation that books attendees into a session will also receive a free 30-minute post-training consultation with one of our qualified HR consultants. This is a great opportunity to ask follow-up questions or get tailored advice on any performance matters your organisation is currently dealing with. (Please note: this offer is limited to one consultation per organisation.)
Pricing
Participants can choose to attend individual sessions or maximise value by enrolling in a multi-session bundle.
*(Prices Exclude GST)
Number of Participants | 1 Session | 2 Session Bundle | Full 4 Session Bundle |
1 Participant | $250 | $450 | $800 |
2 Participants | $400 | $700 | $1,200 |
5 Participants | $750 | $1,300 | $2,200 |
- Attend a single session on a topic most relevant to your current needs
- Save with our 2-session bundle option
- Achieve the best value and a complete performance management skillset by enrolling in the full 4-session Series
Program Capacity
To maximise participant engagement and ensure a diverse range of perspectives, attendance is limited to a maximum of 20 participants per program, with no more than five participants from any one organisation.
Schedule
Session | Date |
Session One | 24th September 2026 |
Session Two | 19th November 2026 |
Session Three | 25th February 2027 |
Session Four | 20th May 2027 |
Cancellation & Refund Policy
As this series is delivered online and participant places are limited, registrations are non-refundable and cannot be cancelled once confirmed.
If a participant is unable to attend a session, their registration may be transferred to another employee within the same organisation, provided reasonable notice is given prior to the session.
Where a future intake of the Leading Performance Series is offered, we may, at our discretion, be able to transfer a participant's registration to the next series. Any transfer requests will be assessed on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to availability and participant demand.
In the unlikely event that Perks People Solutions cancels or reschedules a session, participants will be offered an alternative session date or a credit towards a future program.
Next Steps
Ready to secure your place?
To register your participant(s) for the Managing Performance Series please email us via the "Secure Your Place" button and include how many sessions and number of participants you would like to register and we will be in touch.
Registrations are secured upon receipt of payment. Once confirmed, we'll issue a booking confirmation, provide session details and calendar invitations, and be in touch with any information required prior to the commencement of the program.
Meet Your Team
Cecilia White
Director, Human Resources
With a background in legal practice, Cecilia has developed strong technical expertise in all matters relating to workplace law. As a Senior Associate in private practice for over 10 years, Cecilia held a diverse client base (including a large local government client base), and worked closely with organisation leaders to prevent and manage bullying and discrimination cases.
Cecilia spent eight years as a Senior Management and Acting Commissioner at the SA Equal Opportunity Commission, where she was responsible for the Commission's training and education function and gained significant experience in assessing and managing complaints of discrimination.
As a Director of Perks People Solutions, Pty Ltd, Cecilia continues to advise employers on a broad range of HR and workplace relations matters, with a specific interest in the link between diversity and high performing organisations. Cecilia is an experienced training facilitator and guest speaker and has over 15 years' experience developing and delivering training programs that support diversity, build the capacity of leaders and challenge attitudes.
Cecilia strongly believes that prevention is better than cure and that education, early intervention and excellent communication are critical to creating respectful and high-performing organisations.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Law
- Bachelor of Arts
- Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice
- Nationally Accredited Mediator
- Member of the Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI)
- Member of the Industrial Relations Society of SA
- Member of the Law Society of SA
Areas of expertise
- Training and education
- Employment and industrial relations
- Awards, contracts and enterprise bargaining
- Mediation
- Policy development
- Disciplinary and performance matters
- Workers compensation
- Equality and diversity
Brigid Emmett
Senior HR Consultant
Brigid has 16 years of experience in the areas of workplace facilitation and training, dispute resolution and employment law. Brigid has developed, delivered and facilitated training programs focussed on Diversity and Inclusion to people all across Australia in a broad range of industries, including global production and mining organisations, government agencies, universities and private businesses.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Laws and Legal Practice
- Nationally Accredited Mediator in NMAS
Areas of expertise
- Equality and diversity
- Training and education
- Employment and industrial relations
- Awards, contracts and enterprise bargaining
- Policy development
- Disciplinary and performance matters
- Board Governance and due diligence for officers under the WHS Act
Collette Ordish
Principal HR Consultant
Collette brings over 20 years of professional experience in business and human resources across Australia, with over 10 years served in strategic HR leadership positions. With experience in a diverse range of industries, including aged care, hospitality, health, and state & local government, Collette is a results-focused, pragmatic, creative and strategic thinker who thrives on finding effective solutions to problems and identifying areas for opportunity.
Collette is passionate about organisational development and has a track record of the successful implementation of a number of organisational development activities throughout her career thus far, including workforce design, culture & engagement strategies, leadership & mentoring programs and talent management frameworks and programs. She has developed, implemented and facilitated a number of training solutions and is a qualified trainer and assessor. From leading her own teams, Collette has hands on experience in understanding the challenges that come with leadership and greatly enjoys coaching leaders in how to get the most from their people.
Collette is experienced in facilitating performance review processes for senior Executives, particularly in the Local Government environment.
As a champion for diversity and inclusion, Collette has experience in developing gender equity, diversity and inclusion strategy and initiatives and providing leadership to a reconciliation action plan.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Business & Commerce (HR & Business Law)
- Certified Organisational Development Practitioner (AIHR)
- Certificate IV Training & Assessment
- Certified Learning & Development Specialist (AIHR)
- Member of the Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI)
- Certificate III in Investigative Services
- Investigations Agents License (SA)
- Certified Axiology Practitioner
- Certified Behaviours Practitioner (DISC)
- Certified Motivators Practitioner
- Saville Accredited Assessor
Areas of expertise
- Employee Engagement
- Organisational Development
- Disciplinary & Performance Matters
- Facilitation of Executive performance reviews
- Workplace Facilitation, Education & Training
- Gender Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
Amanda Green
Associate Director
Amanda is a highly experienced employment and industrial relations practitioner, having been a trusted adviser to local and national businesses for almost 20 years. Amanda has worked in private legal practice since 2004 and, most recently, was a Legal Practitioner Director of a national law firm that specialises in workplace relations.
Over the course of her career, Amanda has worked with a broad array of clients in the public and private sectors, and has assisted them to navigate an equally diverse range of workplace-related issues – from recruitment to people management to resolving disputes. Amanda’s experience encompasses all aspects of workplace relations: legislative and industrial instrument interpretation, enterprise bargaining, performance management, disciplinary matters, underpayments, termination/separation, redundancies, and policies and procedures. She assists her clients in both an advisory and advocacy capacity.
Amanda is passionate about achieving timely and pragmatic outcomes for her clients. She takes a commercial but people-focused approach when advising her clients, which is enhanced by her qualifications in organisational psychology. Amanda also enjoys engaging with her clients in a proactive way, working with them to develop and present training to educate their people.
Since joining Perks People Solutions as an Associate Director in October 2023, Amanda has continued to provide clear, thoughtful and practical advice to clients with a view to achieving each client’s unique strategic and personnel objectives.
Qualifications
- Master of Psychology (Organisational and Human Factors)
- Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice
- Bachelor of Laws
- Bachelor of Arts
- Accredited – Law Practice Management Course
- Accredited Mediator (Australian Disputes Centre)
- Certificate IV Training & Assessment
- Certified Behaviours Practitioner (DISC)
- Saville Accredited Assessor
Areas of expertise
- Federal and State employment law and workplace relations
- Enterprise bargaining
- Drafting employment documentation – enterprise agreements, individual contract, and policies
- Performance management and disciplinary matters
- Termination and separations
- Investigations
- Mediation
- Training and education
Olivia Brown
Learning & Development Consultant
Olivia brings over 15 years of diverse experience across human resources, small business, and training consultancy. With a strong background in people-focused roles, Olivia has developed a deep understanding of organisational dynamics and what drives engagement and performance in the workplace.
Most recently, Olivia has specialised in working with clients to identify their training needs, design tailored learning solutions, and coordinate impactful training delivery. She is known for her collaborative approach, strong communication skills, and ability to translate organisational challenges into practical, engaging training outcomes.
Olivia is Saville-accredited and experienced in using psychometric tools to support leadership development, team performance, and recruitment insights. She also provides career coaching, helping individuals gain clarity and confidence in their career direction and progression.
With experience spanning the corporate, small business, and consulting sectors, Olivia brings a practical, solutions-focused mindset and a genuine passion for helping people and organisations grow.
Qualifications
- Advanced Diploma in Human Resources
- Saville Accredited Assessor
- Certified Behaviours Practitioner (DISC)
- Certified Motivators Practitioner
- Certified Axiology Practitioner
Areas of expertise
- Training and education
- Psychometric profiling for strength-based development
- Career Coaching aligned with individual work styles
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