Performance Cycles

better prepare your managers for performance reviews

Review cycles are critical for driving team performance and engagement. Managers must offer actionable feedback, address tough topics, and provide coaching - all with confidence.

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clear, practical feedback

Practicing giving feedback that motivates change and builds trust.

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addressing sensitive topics

Preparing managers to handle challenging topics from interpersonal challenges to underperformance.

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aligning on expectations

Setting clear deliverables and aligning on timelines with confidence.

Al Dea, the Founder of The Edge of Work and strategic advisor to Tenor.
“with Tenor, we're not just investing in AI; we're investing in our managers' ability to lead effectively in real-world situations”
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Manager Effectiveness

support every manager to lead successful teams

Your people leaders are under pressure. It’s their job to give feedback, champion change, and drive performance. But without the right tools and training, they’re unprepared for the hardest parts of the role.

82
%

of middle managers feel invisible and unsupported

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70
%

of leaders avoid having difficult conversations

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79
%

of companies report an urgent gap in frontline manager support

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after 84% of Tenor sessions, managers feel more confident

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Tenor equips managers to navigate performance conversations with clarity, empathy, and confidence. AI coaching and simulations help them practice giving constructive feedback, discussing performance ratings, and addressing sensitive topics before they enter high-stakes review conversations.

Great question! Tenor offers a range of performance-specific scenarios from managing a sensitive underperformer to dealing with strategic shifts and enabling high performers in their growth. And as always, users can easily create custom scenarios to meet their individual needs.

Yes. Tenor is designed to complement your existing programs, and many organizations leverage Tenor during manager training or as a refresh ahead of review season. It turns abstract concepts into applied practice, reinforcing key behaviors in a safe, scalable way.

Each simulation takes just 5-10 minutes to complete and the Tenor coach is available on-demand 24/7. Managers can build confidence in the flow of their work - between meetings, during focus blocks, or as part of pre-review prep.

By giving managers a shared, practical way to prepare for challenging conversations, Tenor reduces variability in how feedback is delivered. It leverages company feedback frameworks and other key documents so that performance discussions are effective and aligned across teams.

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