TrueLearn alignment programs are unique, state-of-the-art learning experiences. The programs help create new insights and understanding built as much upon the participants’ prior knowledge and experience, as upon the provided course information. Here is a sampling of excercises in the “Maximizing Performance through Performance Management” program. Strategic direction We link the strategic direction of the company to the performance management program. Through a series of exercises, employees become familiar with the strategic pillars and gain an understanding of the necessity of enterprise-wide performance consistency. Employees begin to see how the core strategies impact all key stakeholders. Competencies demystified We give employees the opportunity to gain first-hand experience by working with each of the behaviors in detail, thereby demystifying and simplifying the performance criteria. Through a series of exercises, they learn how the performance criteria can help them succeed in their jobs. Into the future We allow participants to step into the future, to examine what success might look like, and identify the behavior that is necessary to achieve the vision of the company. Employees begin to understand the importance of having a common process across the company to assess performance and guide career development. Practice, practice, practice A series of cases are used to give employees a chance to practice the performance criteria in a safe environment. They experience a range of situations with a variety of differing solutions. They must apply their learning to resolve the situations in a way that is consistent with the performance criteria. From understanding to action To tie everything together participants use the performance criteria in the intended way – in the actual performance management process. Employees begin to develop their personal growth plans, and become familiar with the process and forms.