A probation review decides whether a new hire's trial period ends well. These questions cover how the work is going, how the person is fitting in and what they still need, from both sides. Send the employee's part as a form a few days before you meet.
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How the work is going
Training and support
Fitting in
For the manager (send as a separate form)
Looking ahead
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Tips for a better probation review
Hold a short check-in halfway through probation, so nothing at the end is a surprise.
If you extend probation, write down what must change and the date you'll review it.
Confirm the outcome in writing within a few days of the meeting.