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After the Performance Review: Preparing for the Year Ahead

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 At their best, performance reviews should be the start of a two-way dialogue that will last the entire year. Here are some tips: Acknowledge that the performance review— while important— is a moment in time over the course of a year. One conversation is unlikely to change the course of history, so decide what groundwork…
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Staying Present in a Performance Review – Key Tips

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Even with effective planning, performance reviews can take many turns during the conversation.  Here are some common patterns that can occur in the conversation, and ways to keep things on track and focused on outcomes. Start with identifying projects or tasks that were key areas of focus for the year. Ask the employee what went…
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How to Say It: Phrases for a Performance Appraisal

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Performance appraisals can create stress for supervisors, particularly when you need to provide corrective feedback. Even the most experienced managers can find themselves at a loss for words during the conversation.  Here are some phrases to help engage the employee in a two-way dialogue. “The ABC Project was a key area of focus for you…
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The First Rule of Appraisals: No Surprises

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Samantha and James ran into each other in the break room and began discussing their upcoming employee review.  James is feeling a great deal of stress because he has a lot of uncertainties.  Samantha is looking forward to meeting with her supervisor and getting a chance to discuss her future with the company.  Samantha feels…
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