How New Managers Can Run Their First Difficult Performance Conversation

Episode 106 of New Manager Conversations with Fexingo tackles the most daunting moment of the first 90 days: the first difficult performance conversation. Lucas and Luna break down a real-world case — a new manager named Priya who must address declining output from a ten-year veteran named Raj. They walk through the five-minute prep framework, the conversation structure that reduces defensiveness, and the follow-up process that turns critique into change. The episode includes specific language scripts, a distinction between coaching and managing out, and guidance on what to do if the employee gets emotional. No generic advice here — just a step-by-step playbook for the conversation every new manager dreads. #DifficultConversations #PerformanceFeedback #NewManager #First90Days #Leadership #Careers #Management #Coaching #Feedback #EmployeeDevelopment #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #PriyaCaseStudy #RajScenario #ConversationFramework #SBI #SituationBehaviorImpact #ManagerTips Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo