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In situations where you\u2019re convinced that a traditional progressive discipline process won\u2019t lead to the steep improvement that you need, coaching out can be a kinder and more effective approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This sample script illustrates how you might:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Start a coaching-out conversation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Explain how the needs of the role have changed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Focus on the high bar for performance you need, and explain the gap between the staff member\u2019s performance and that bar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Give the staff member time to reflect on how to move forward<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><em><strong>Learn how to activate your team\u2019s full potential<\/strong> by enrolling in our <\/em><a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.managementcenter.org\/bundle\/?Course=Build%20Your%20Package&amp;Type=Component_Ace%20Performance%20Management&amp;templateid=136\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ace Performance Management<\/a><em> training package! 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