Let us define together the objectives for the next quarter.
'Definiamo' = deh-fi-NYA-mo. Four syllables; stress the third. 'Trimestre' = tri-MES-treh.
Use this at the end of a feedback session to transition from assessment to planning. In Italian management, feedback should always lead to concrete next steps — otherwise it risks feeling hollow.
'Definiamo insieme' (let us define together) is collaborative and empowering. 'Prossimo trimestre' (next quarter) grounds the conversation in the near future. Italian performance cycles are often quarterly or semi-annual.
Stabiliamo dei KPI concreti per i prossimi tre mesi.
Let us establish concrete KPIs for the next three months.
More specific about the format (KPIs) and timeframe
Qual è la priorità assoluta per il prossimo periodo?
What is the absolute priority for the next period?
Focuses on the single most important objective rather than a full set
Voglio che tu sia protagonista nella definizione dei tuoi obiettivi.
I want you to be the protagonist in defining your objectives.
Highly empowering; positions the employee as the author of their own goals
Quarterly review cycles ('cicli di valutazione trimestrale') are common in Italian multinationals and tech companies, while traditional Italian companies often use semi-annual or annual cycles. The trend toward more frequent planning conversations is growing, particularly in agile and project-based environments.