> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://help.gowindmill.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Skill library

> Copy and adapt sample skills for common HR and manager tasks.

Use these sample skills to give Windy consistent instructions for common people-management tasks. You can copy each skill as written or adapt it to your company process.

## Add a sample skill

<Steps>
  <Step title="Choose a skill">
    Open one of the sample skills below and copy its instructions.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Create the skill">
    Open [Settings > Skills](https://app.gowindmill.com/COMPANY/config/skills) and select **Create Skill**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Publish and share the skill">
    Add a clear name, paste the instructions, and select **Publish**. Share the skill with the people or groups that need it.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Sample skills

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Catch up on a new direct report" icon="user-plus" href="/best-practices/skills/new-manager-catch-up">
    Prepare a brief for a manager who has a new direct report.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Prepare for a difficult performance conversation" icon="comments" href="/best-practices/skills/difficult-performance-conversation">
    Build a fact-based plan for a sensitive conversation.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Write useful employee feedback" icon="message-pen" href="/best-practices/skills/useful-employee-feedback">
    Turn rough notes into clear and useful feedback.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Turn Pulse results into an action plan" icon="chart-line" href="/best-practices/skills/pulse-action-plan">
    Convert survey findings into clear next steps.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Create an employee growth plan" icon="seedling" href="/best-practices/skills/employee-growth-plan">
    Create practical development goals from employee evidence.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Use skills safely

### Review each result

Review each result before you use it in an employee process. Windy must use available evidence and must identify missing information. Windy must not make employment decisions for you.

For more information about creating and sharing skills, see [Skills](/features/skills).