A few years ago, it seemed that performance management was on its way out; in fact, a number of prominent companies abandoned their systems. But many organizations (including my firm) have continued ...

Employee performance reviews have become a source of dread for both employees and managers. It involves a lot of effort, paperwork, and time to complete. Managers worry about having difficult ...

Starr Harry, PHR, SHRM-CP, has more than seven years of HR experience in HR functions across several industries. In her current role as a Client Advocate for G&A Partners, she plays an integral role ...

You’re a manager or an HR professional? Then you’ve probably been inundated with articles discussing annual performance reviews and how to break free from typical performance management practices. One ...

August 18, 2025 - Employers often encounter significant challenges when addressing the performance of employees particularly when the performance counseling (e.g., a performance discussion and/or ...

A well-structured performance review process is essential for aligning individual development with organizational success. Throughout my career, I’ve found that setting goals, continuous feedback and ...

Yes, it’s that time of year again -- when the groans of managers can be heard over the mere mention of the words, “Annual Performance Reviews.” Many managers see performance appraisals as nothing more ...

The midpoint of the performance cycle, 1/15-4/30 At least one coaching session per performance cycle is MANDATORY for all Classified employees. To be an effective supervisor, you must engage with your ...

Western Michigan University is committed to providing opportunities for staff to develop on the job and to prepare for possible advancement. We believe this is achieved through a performance ...