Case Study – Learning & Development

Empowering SENISCA’s New Managers to Excel in Performance Management

SENISCA is an award-winning biotechnology company from the University of Exeter, dedicated to groundbreaking research in RNA biology to combat age-related diseases. Known for their innovative approach and excellence in scientific advancements, SENISCA is pioneering treatments that promise to transform healthcare for ageing populations.

The Challenge

As a growing biotech firm, SENISCA had appointed five new line managers who would be responsible for holding performance related conversations for the first time. SENSICA wanted to make sure these individuals had the knowledge and confidence to hold these conversations with their team and do them really well.

SENISCA reached out to us to design and deliver a training programme that would give their managers the skills they needed to hold these performance conversations.

Designing the training, uniquely for SENISCA

We designed a comprehensive full-day workshop specifically for their team of new line managers.

We spent time getting to know the managers at SENISCA so we could shape the training around the skills they really need to succeed in their roles.

The workshop focussed on:

• Foundations of Performance Management
• Setting Objectives
• Conducting Effective Performance Conversations
• Handling Challenging Situations
• Continuous Development

Delivering the training

The session was highly interactive, promoting active engagement through dynamic group discussions, immersive scenarios, and practical real-life case studies. This interactive approach drove participation and engagement maximising the value and impact of the training.

A safe and supportive training environment meant that managers felt comfortable sharing their experiences and concerns, which further enriched the learning atmosphere.

What the line managers thought of our training

The feedback from SENISCA’s team was unanimously and overwhelmingly positive. The managers left the workshop feeling prepared and confident to engage in performance conversations with their team.

Here’s what they had to say:

“Fantastic Experience”

The facilitator was praised for being “fantastic, easy to chat and open up to,” creating an environment conducive to learning and sharing.

“Super Interactive Session”

Participants highlighted the interactive nature of the session, noting it was “super interactive” and “worked perfectly for what we needed.”

We enabled SENISCA to successfully equip its new managers with the skills needed to drive performance in its organisation.