Abolishing Performance Appraisals - Why They Backfire and What to Do Instead

Tom Coens, Mary Jenkins

Key Facts and Insights from Abolishing Performance Appraisals

  • Performance appraisals are often ineffective as they are subjective, time-consuming, and frequently do not result in improvement.
  • The authors argue for a shift from a traditional performance appraisal system to a performance management system.
  • A performance management system is development-oriented and focused on improving future performance rather than evaluating past performance.
  • The book emphasizes the importance of ongoing feedback and dialogue between managers and employees.
  • Counseling and coaching are recommended as preferred methods to enhance employee performance.
  • Performance appraisals are often linked with pay and promotion decisions, which can lead to...

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