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STEP Define Criteria: Goals and competencies are due May 31

Use this list of action items and resources to help start the performance year off right.


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Explore UC’s competencies through new LinkedIn Learning collections

The Learning and Development team has compiled informative trainings to deepen your understanding of our STEP competencies.


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Set SMART goals for the 2022-2023 performance year

Use the SMART goals framework — specific, measurable, attainable, rewarding and time-bound — to create a path to what you want to achieve.


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STEP Finalize Criteria due this Thursday

This is your last opportunity to share accomplishments and progress, as well as to provide written comments, for this performance year.


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Second STEP Check-in conversation due this Friday

Your next Check-in conversation is due by Dec. 3. Use the GROW framework for a meaningful discussion with your manager.


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Due Dec. 3: Second STEP Check-in conversation

It’s time for your next Check-in conversation. Use the GROW framework for a meaningful conversation with your manager.


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Due Aug. 31: STEP Checkpoint and new required training

The newest required STEP training will teach you how to use the GROW framework for a more meaningful conversation with your manager. Your next Checkpoint conversation must be completed by Aug. 31.


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STEP for 2021-2022: New GROW framework and required training

Find out how GROW will enhance the quality of your conversations with your manager by taking a 20-minute required course.


STEP Define Criteria: Goals and competencies are due May 31

Use this list of action items and resources to help start the performance year off right.


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STEP Finalize Criteria action items are due Friday: Here’s how to get help

Your final STEP checkpoint conversation for the 2020-21 performance year is due by April 30. Complete your required actions now — and get help if you need it.


CJ Frosch, right, operations manager and executive assistant in the department of Finance, introduces Karen Brent, MA, communications analyst in Medical Education, to learning and development opportunities at the annual Staff Resource Day, in the Millberry Conference Center, at the Parnassus campus.

Reminder: Complete your STEP Finalize Criteria stage by April 30

Your final STEP checkpoint conversation for the 2020-21 performance year is due by April 30. Complete your required actions now.


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STEP appraisals: Updates for the end of 2020-21 and start of 2021-22 performance years

It’s time to prepare for your final STEP checkpoint conversation for the 2020-21 performance year and begin preparing for 2021-22. Here’s what’s expected and when.


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STEP office hours extended indefinitely

Come talk with STEP administrators about your process, system and other questions.