Let’s look at the experience of two friends – Sam and Sonia – management graduates working in the same organization, but in different functions.Being the first performance appraisal, both are anxious. They exchange notes, boost each other’s morale and decide to catch up later.Here’s a glimpse of Sam’s conversation with his manager.They first discuss each … Continue reading Rethinking Performance Appraisal
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Truth and Dare – Employee Dilemma
At the end of the performance feedback discussion, your manager asks, "What feedback do you have for me?" Will you give honest feedback?I ran this poll last week, 69% said they will give candid feedback to the manager.Accepting constructive feedback from a team member is not easy. Once a team member told me, “Padma when … Continue reading Truth and Dare – Employee Dilemma
The best managers are terrific detectives
Imagine this scenario: Two employees, Sam and Sarah, both failed to meet several goals last year. Seems like they're in the same boat, right? Well, not necessarily. Behind the scenes, their reasons for underperformance could be worlds apart. Now, picture yourself as their manager. You want to be fair, but you also need to hold … Continue reading The best managers are terrific detectives
Enjoyable Performance Conversations
Can you think of times when you enjoyed a performance conversation? As a manager or an employee? I am not kidding… performance conversations need not be laden with anxiety or fear. It is possible to have an enjoyable performance discussion, all that’s needed is authenticity from both sides. Three aspects that underpinned every time I … Continue reading Enjoyable Performance Conversations
Performance Appraisal or Bargaining?
The gap between self and manager rating has always intrigued me. What triggers this deficit: self-rating of employee higher than the manager? As we go through the appraisal season, at least in India, I am reminded of an interaction with my team member from yesteryears. I worked with this person for five years. I was … Continue reading Performance Appraisal or Bargaining?
Individual performance is contextual
“I might be put under performance improvement plan in upcoming performance appraisal, what should I do?” I received this frantic call from an ex-team member Shweta (not real name). I had a long chat with her, trying to understand where things went wrong and helping her work out options. This conversation brings to fore the … Continue reading Individual performance is contextual
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