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...