Six Steps To Performance Reviews
Free Sample Performance Evaluation

Stay tuned for our free sample performance evaluation form – you’ll be able to use this valuable tool over and over again, with great results.

Although it is the one time a manager can truly emphasize the value an employee adds to his or her team, too often the opportunity is never recognized or taken full advantage of.

It's an opportunity that is simple lost - for both parties.

Managers who have not adequately prepared, are quickly seen by their employees as being uncaring and self-centered individuals.

Managers must be sure to do the following in order to be fully prepared to conduct a performance appraisal:

• Ask employees to complete a self-evaluation while you are preparing your own assessment. Their comments will add additional insight that will make the final draft much more of a collaborative effort.
• Arrange for a mutually convenient time and location. Ensure there will be no interruptions. Consider this time with your employee as sacred. They will appreciate getting your undivided attention.
• Fully review the performance appraisal draft. Have it fresh in your mind before meeting with the employee. Review each performance rating and the facts supporting each rating.
• Develop an agenda or outline for the discussion beforehand. This will keep the discussion focused and make the most of the allotted time.
• Anticipate reactions. Be prepared to know how you’ll respond in the event of an employee becoming defensive, angry, silent, sad or even crying.
• Role play any difficult discussions you may need to prepare for.

Employees who feel they are appreciated and treated fairly, will be around longer as they will be more fulfilled in their roles.

Remember – Success in all things, is the result of being prepared. Keep reading to receive our free sample performance evaluation form.

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