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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.


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Understanding performance ratings in STEP

UCOP has updated its performance ratings. Learn about the changes and when they’ll be communicated.


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.


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STEP checkpoint conversations are due Friday. Are you ready?

All employees and managers must complete STEP checkpoint training, conversations and e-performance records by this Friday, Feb. 26. Here’s what you need to know to prepare.


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Tips for having a meaningful STEP checkpoint conversation

Your first STEP checkpoint conversation is on the calendar, you have written out all of your updates and comments — and now you have to prepare for the conversation.