Introducing
Performing at Manchester
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Performing at Manchester
High performance comes from creating the right environment. One where people are clear about what they’re responsible for, encouraged to keep improving, and understand how their work links to our strategy. Regular, open conversations are key – they help us stay connected, aligned, and focused on what really matters.
Performing at Manchester is simply our way of encouraging those conversations to happen naturally and regularly.
It’s not a one‑off meeting or a tick‑box exercise. Instead, it’s about:
- Being clear about priorities and what “good” looks like
- Checking in little and often, rather than saving everything for an annual review
- Giving feedback in the moment – both positive and constructive
- Talking honestly about development, careers, and future plans
The idea is to create an environment where people feel comfortable having performance conversations, know where they stand, and feel supported to do their best work.
Performing at Manchester
Quarterly spotlight topics Goals, Career, Talent & Review
Performing at Manchester
Our approach, philosophy and principles
Creating a high performance culture
Tools to help you succeed
What is Performing at Manchester?
Performing at Manchester is our new approach to what was previously known as PDRs.
What do we mean by a High Performance culture?
A high-performace culture is an environment where people can perform at their best where the conditions are built to allow psychological safety, accountability and trust.
What are the expectations required of me as a manager at the University?
Managers are expected to have quarterly conversations with your direct reports throughout the year on-going in topics that include - Goals, Talent, Career conversations and a Review that encompasses the topics discussed throughout the year.