Library Appraisal/Self-Evaluation Videos

5 min. 1990 1/2" VHS

This short, to-the-point video shows employees how to make the most of their appraisal interview by taking the time to think about the positive and negative points of the job, how to improve the job, and what direction they would like the job to take in future.

RESTRICTED (Can only be loaned within the Government of Alberta).

18 min. 2002 1/2" VHS

We've heard about the importance of emotional intelligence - the ability to make our working relationships grow and develop to their full potential. This video will illustrate the practical skills required to build solid relationships based on mutual respect with customers, co-workers, family and friends.

24 min. 1/2" VHS

This program will teach you how to block, delegate and prioritize interruptions so that everything gets handled and you can concentrate on important projects. You'll learn tactful ways to keep your staff from stealing your time ... screen phone calls without offending people ... and demand the quiet time you need.

22 min. 2001 1/2" VHS

This program is designed to motivate managers and team leaders to make performance feedback discussions a success by avoiding some common pitfalls and traps. This video demonstrates the value in focusing on outcomes, tackling contentious issues, identifying training needs and formalizing forward planning. They will learn tools to encourage self appraisal while working collaboratively to set goals and objectives to grow and develop professionally.

26 min. 1990 1/2" VHS

"The Dreaded Appraisal" looks at some common problems encountered in the appraisal interview and offers positive behaviour models for dealing with these problems. The importance of discussing the employee's job satisfaction and career is emphasized.

RESTRICTED (Can only be loaned within the Government of Alberta).

25 min. 1970's 1/2" VHS

This video focuses on preparing and conducting a performance appraisal for new employees as well as existing staff within the Government of Alberta.

15 min. 1998 1/2" VHS

This program will help students, entry level and re-entry employees to understand the attitudes and work habits needed for success on the job. Viewers will learn the importance of being a team player, see why every job is important, discover why it's important to ask questions, and find out the six basic behaviours that can lead to dismissal or hinder advancement.

13 min. 1998 1/2" VHS

This program helps new and re-entry workers understand why it is important to behave responsibly on the job. Safety on the job and why it's in everyone's best interest to follow safety rules is discussed. Other topics covered include substance abuse and diversity in the workplace.

1997 1/2" VHS

This video focuses on understanding and using feedback for personal growth: Ask, listen, thank, think, and follow-up.

26 min. 1987 1/2" VHS and 16 mm Film

A comedy devised to demonstrate how to prepare, conduct, and follow through an effective appraisal interview. The training points are made by using the analogy of an annual check-up with the doctor and also through contrasting good and bad methods of handling key issues during an interview. John Cleese plays the three caricature managers who, between them, commit all the major crimes of appraisal interviewing. (JOHN CLEESE)

RESTRICTED (Can only be loaned within the Government of Alberta).

57 min. 1975 1/2" VHS

In this exciting video you will learn: to seek serenity rather than acquisitions; to teach those you love to value knowledge more than material possessions; that when you have real personal authority, you feel no need to dominate others; that it's your ethics against their rules; that the quality of your life is important - not the outward appearance.

18 min. 2000 1/2" VHS

Seven front line employees from a variety of businesses speak directly to their peers as they lay out the issues of respect and harassment head on. From dealing with gossip to being in a bad mood, this entertaining program uses a non-threatening opinion survey to create a safe environment where viewers can re-evaluate their beliefs and their actions. There is no heavy corporate message, but rather insightful looks at real situations that will lead employees to make better choices.

22 min. 2000 1/2" VHS

Scenarios demonstrate specific techniques for improving emotional intelligence: how self- awareness can bring about change, how feedback helps, how to create good work relationships and how to settle conflicts at work.

15 min. 2001 1/2" VHS

Empathy is both a skill and an attitude. It's about sensitivity and caring, and is important for both our work environment and our personal well-being. Anyone in the people business needs to have empathy so that they can deal with problems on a calmer level. This video will show how we can best use the power of empathy when dealing with emotions and it will teach us the importance of focusing on others - rather than ourselves.

64 min. 1987 1/2" VHS

This program discusses ten qualities of success. Brian Tracy shares each of these with you, and tells you how to introduce them or reinforce them in your life. You will begin to view yourself as a successful, positive, optimistic human being, and can become the success you have always dreamed of.

25 min. 2001 1/2" VHS

This program provides a step-by-step plan that will help you take charge of your day. The first step is recognizing that there is a problem, owning that problem and doing something about it. "Time does not discriminate against any of us."

21 min. 2007 DVD

This program gives viewers practical ways to make work life more meaningful, productive and rewarding for themselves and their team.